Physician (Internal Medicine)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Position: Physician (Internal Medicine) at Joint Base San Antonio

Prepare to invest in some sturdy footwear because if you're heading to San Antonio, boots are a must! Known as "Military City USA," this vibrant locale is a highly sought-after posting within the military community. The city offers a low cost of living, affordable housing options, and no state tax on retirement income, making it an attractive place to live and retire. With a strong job market that favors government and defense/security contracting, there are ample employment opportunities for spouses and transitioning service members. San Antonio is the seventh fastest growing city in the nation, yet it maintains a charming "small town" atmosphere. Excellent schools and welcoming residents, many of whom have military connections, further enhance the appeal of living here.

Before you arrive, here are a few local insights: trucks are the vehicle of choice (the bigger, the better), the love for the Spurs (NBA) is profound, and the local grocery store, H-E-B, has a dedicated following. Rodeos are a significant part of life, and remember, it's "San Antonio," not "San Antone." The city boasts a rich Hispanic culture that influences everything from cuisine to music and community events. While knowing Spanish isn't essential, being familiar with terms like barbacoa, tamales, and cascarones will certainly help.

San Antonio offers a variety of shopping options, including the recent addition of IKEA, along with numerous dining establishments and entertainment venues. Families can enjoy attractions such as SeaWorld, the San Antonio Zoo, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and various downtown museums. Outdoor activities abound, from tubing or kayaking on the rivers to fishing in local lakes or relaxing along the famous River Walk. The city is also home to museums, art galleries, and historical sites, including the iconic Alamo. Tex-Mex cuisine is believed to have originated here, and the culinary scene is thriving, particularly in the Pearl District, which features several notable breweries.

With over 300 days of sunshine, San Antonio experiences hot summers, mild winters, and pleasant spring and fall seasons. Located in Bexar County (pronounced "BEAR") in south-central Texas, the city is conveniently situated just two hours from Austin, the beach, or the desert.

Working with the Department of Defense comes with numerous advantages, including competitive salary packages, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment options, and a retirement plan featuring a Thrift Savings Plan with employer matching contributions.

Position Duties:

The incumbent will operate under the guidance of the Chief of Internal Medicine Service, who will outline policies and objectives. The role requires independent judgment in the medical treatment and management of patients within the Internal Medicine Clinic (IMC), addressing a wide range of primary care conditions while also supervising house staff. The effectiveness of services provided will be evaluated through peer reviews, ongoing quality improvement initiatives, chart assessments, and patient feedback.

• Act as the primary care physician for adult patients with both acute and chronic conditions related to internal medicine. Daily responsibilities include managing complex medical issues such as congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, hypertension, peptic ulcer disease, thyroid disorders, diabetes, and arthritis. This involves examining patients, taking medical histories, conducting physical exams, ordering lab tests, making diagnoses, prescribing treatments, and referring patients to specialists as necessary. Ensure comprehensive care for all patients and facilitate their return from consultations. Admit patients to the hospital when warranted and oversee their care to ensure cost-effective treatment.
• Inform patients of abnormal test results and perform outpatient procedures, including graded exercise tests.
• Serve as an attending physician on the inpatient general medicine ward and be available for telephonic or in-person consultations for inpatient care when on call.
• Provide consultative preoperative and perioperative recommendations to surgical specialties, as well as instruct house staff in consultative medicine during their rotation. This role includes night and weekend on-call responsibilities when assigned to the consult service, serving as both an inpatient and outpatient consultant for the Internal Medicine Consult Service.
• Engage in teaching activities for residents and interns, contributing to the continuous quality improvement of the Internal Medicine Training Program.
• Participate in departmental or hospital board or committee meetings, engage in clinic Utilization Management and Quality Assurance processes, and attend Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses to maintain specialty-specific CME requirements as mandated by licensing agencies and the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible.
• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy from an accredited institution in the United States or Canada. Alternatively, a foreign medical degree may be accepted if it is deemed equivalent to U.S. standards, supported by permanent certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) or a fifth pathway certificate for U.S. citizens who completed premedical education domestically and graduate education abroad.
• Possess a permanent, full, and unrestricted medical license to practice in a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.

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