Lead the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals at the Nashville VA Medical Center

The Nashville VA Medical Center invites visionary healthcare education leaders to apply for the role of Designated Education Officer (DEO) also known as the Associate Chief of Staff for Education (ACOS-E). This is a pivotal senior leadership position responsible for shaping the future of health professions education across one of the nation's most dynamic VA healthcare systems.

As the DEO, you'll oversee all health professions training programs — ensuring excellence in clinical education, patient care, and academic integrity. Working closely with the VA Office of Academic Affiliations (OAA) and our distinguished academic partners, you'll lead initiatives that sustain and elevate the quality of training for our interprofessional learners and residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Health Professions Education (HPE) programs, from accreditation to policy implementation.
• Maintain and evaluate program quality, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant learning environments.
• Strengthen and manage relationships with affiliate academic institutions.
• Oversee education funding, trainee appointments, and accreditation activities across multiple health professions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, program directors, and faculty, driving continuous improvement in education and clinical training quality.
• Advocate for educational innovation and ensure the VA remains a premier learning site for future healthcare professionals.

Why Nashville VA Medical Center?
Located in the vibrant heart of Music City, the Nashville VA offers a unique opportunity to blend academic excellence with the mission-driven purpose of service to America's Veterans. You'll lead a facility recognized for its collaborative culture, academic partnerships, and commitment to innovation in healthcare delivery and education.

If you're a forward-thinking leader passionate about healthcare education, clinical excellence, and mentoring the next generation of providers, join us in advancing care through education and service.

About Department of Veterans Affairs

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to honoring and serving America’s Veterans through exceptional care, research, and support. Our physicians and healthcare professionals provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment across more than 1,300 facilities, helping Veterans lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. At VA, we offer rewarding careers where clinical excellence meets purpose, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on those who’ve served our country.