Urgent Care Physician Opportunity - Martinez VA Medical Center

Job Description

Job Description

Urgent Care Physician

Organization: Our organization, a part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, operates within the VA Northern California Health Care System.
Location: Martinez VA Medical Center, 150 Muir Rd, Martinez, CA 94553 (Community-Based Outpatient Clinic)

Position Overview

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday; approximately 36 clinical hours per week, with flexibility within the urgent care framework.

• Setting: On-site urgent care at the Martinez VA CBOC, focusing on acute, non-life-threatening conditions (after-hours emergencies are directed to 911).

Primary Duties

• Evaluate and treat Veterans with minor injuries, acute illnesses, and non-critical health issues.

• Request diagnostic tests (laboratory work, imaging), conduct point-of-care procedures, manage prescriptions, and initiate referrals as necessary.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care and follow-up for patients.

• Follow VA clinical protocols, maintain documentation standards, and adhere to veteran-centered care practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree: MD or DO from an accredited institution.

• Licensure: Must possess a full, unrestricted medical license in the U.S.

• Training: Completion of a residency in Emergency, Family, or Internal Medicine, with substantial experience in urgent care or emergency settings preferred.

• Board Status: Must be board-certified or board-eligible.

• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required (exceptions may apply if qualified citizens are unavailable).

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $260,000 - $325,000 per year.

• Leave: 50-55 days annually (including 26 vacation days, 13 sick days, 11 federal holidays, and CME days).

• Retirement: Federal pension (vesting in 5 years) plus a Thrift Savings Plan with matching contributions.

• Insurance: Comprehensive federal health, dental, vision, term life, and long-term care insurance.

• CME Stipend: $1,000 per year for full-time, board-certified providers.

• Malpractice Protection: Liability coverage and tail coverage provided by the VA.

• EDRP: Up to $200,000 in educational debt repayment over 1-5 years (eligibility required within 4 months of hire).

• Incentives: Recruitment and sign-on bonuses, as well as relocation assistance, are available.

Work Environment

• Urgent care services are delivered in a modern facility at the Martinez VA CBOC.

• A collaborative team atmosphere focused on providing outpatient care centered around Veterans.

• Robust support and referral networks are accessible through the Martinez Medical Center and surrounding facilities.

Join Us in Serving Those Who Served - Make a difference as an Urgent Care Physician at the Martinez VA Clinic. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career dedicated to caring for Veterans!