Deadline approaches: Physicians needed for state boards

11 February 2011
Updated 25 March 2011

The deadline to submit applications was March 15, 2011. If you are interested in serving on one of these Boards in the future, please e-mail your information to healthpolicy@msv.org and we will add you to our waitlist for future openings.

Physicians are needed to apply for a number of gubernatorial appointment opportunities. The Medical Society of Virginia (MSV) has received inquiries from a number of its members for various positions. We are hoping to identify several more qualified physicians for these roles as the secretary of the commonwealth has requested we submit three nominations for each opportunity. Applications are due March 15.

Please note that while MSV is asked to submit nominees for consideration, appointment is at the governor’s discretion. To qualify for MSV's support, you must be an MSV member, be willing to serve a multi-year term and meet the state-designated qualifications for the current vacancy.

How to apply:
Click here for instructions on submitting your application for gubernatorial appointment. While applications are taken year round, it is recommended that you complete your application prior to March 15 for full consideration. 

MSV support is required for some of these opportunities. If you would like MSV to support your request for gubernatorial appointment, please contact MSV at healthpolicy@msv.org by March 15. Please send a copy of your curriculum vitae (CV) and/or biography with your request for support. 

Highlighted opportunities

Board of Medicine
The self-policing agency for Virginia physicians whose duties include the licensing of practitioners, evaluation of complaints against practitioners for misconduct and establishment of regulations governing the practice of medicine.

• Number of vacancies: 2
• Qualifications: Physician must reside in
  • Congressional district 3 (Portsmouth, Charles City, New Kent, Surry and parts of Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Richmond, Henrico and Prince George); or
  • Congressional district 4 (Amelia, Brunswick, Chesterfield, Dinwiddie, Greensville, Isle of Wight, Nottoway, Powhatan, Prince George, Southampton, Sussex, Chesapeake, Colonial Heights, Emporia, Franklin, Hopewell, Petersburg and Suffolk)

State Board of Health
Provides leadership in planning and policy development for the Virginia Department of Health and makes recommendations concerning health care policy to the governor, the General Assembly and the secretary of health and human resources.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Qualifications: MSV representative

Advisory Board on Midwifery
Assists the Board of Medicine in formulating regulations pertaining to the practice of midwifery.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Qualifications: M.D., D.O. or C.N.M. (OB/GYN specialty recommended)

Board of Trustees of the Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth
Formerly known as the Virginia Tobacco Settlement Foundation, the Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth was established by the Virginia General Assembly to lead statewide efforts to reduce and prevent youth tobacco use and childhood obesity.

• Number of vacancies: 2
• Qualifications: MSV representative, cardiologist

State Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board
Advises the State Board of Health concerning the administration of the statewide emergency medical care system.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Qualifications: MSV representative

Other opportunities for physicians 

Board of Medical Assistance Services
Serves as the advisory body to the Department of Medical Assistance Services, the state agency which administers Medicaid and the state Children’s Health Insurance Program.

• Number of vacancies: 2
• Qualifications: Provider

Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program Board of Directors
Governs Virginia’s birth injury program which covers medically necessary expenses for qualified infants.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Qualifications: At-large representative

Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Board
Establishes policy for the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services, state facilities and community services boards.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Qualifications: Psychiatrist

Governor’s Substance Abuse Service Council
Makes recommendations on policies and the coordination of the commonwealth's public and private efforts to control alcohol and other drug abuse.

• Number of vacancies: 2
• Qualifications: Representative of a consumer or advocacy organization

Advisory Board on Athletic Training
Assists the Board of Medicine in formulating requirements and standards of professional conduct for the certification of athletic trainers.

• Number of vacancies: 1
• Qualifications: Licensed physician (experience in working with athletic trainers recommended)

Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority
Established by the governor and General Assembly to move the commonwealth forward in achieving its vision of ensuring a quality health workforce for all Virginians.

• Number of vacancies: 3
• Qualifications: Health professional or employer representative

Virginia Interagency Coordinating Council
An advisory council that promotes and coordinates early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.

• Number of vacancies: Various
• Qualifications: Provider