Primary Care Physician - VA employees welcome

Job Type


Full-time

Description

About Us

Valor Healthcare is a veteran and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots - those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to federal government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation's greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes.

Valor is different because of our people.

• Our leadership team is comprised of veteran, clinician, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and a world-class patient experience for our nation's patriots.
• Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none.

Our mission is simple: to provide quality healthcare to America's veterans through our healing focus, indebted hearts, and tireless resolve. Valor operates more than 50 VA CBOCs in the United States as a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.


Practice with Purpose. Live Where Others Vacation.

Valor Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our team in New Braunfels, TX , a vibrant and scenic community nestled between Austin and San Antonio. In this role, you'll provide high-quality outpatient care to military veterans -an honored and well-deserved patient population-allowing you to make a meaningful impact every day.

This is a unique opportunity for a physician who may not be actively looking but is open to the right opportunity-one that blends clinical purpose with work-life balance in a fast-growing, lifestyle-rich area.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Mission-Driven Care: Provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to U.S. military veterans , with manageable patient loads and ample time for each visit.
• Outpatient Only: No call, no nights, no weekends-allowing you to enjoy your time off.
• Modern Clinical Setting: Work in a well-equipped, team-oriented facility with strong administrative support.
• Location Perks: Live and work in New Braunfels , consistently ranked among the best places to live in Texas-offering riverfront recreation, live music, family-friendly neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a short drive to both Austin and San Antonio.

As a Primary Care Physician, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. You will collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.

VA experience welcomed

$260,000-$280,000 base salary for well qualified candidates

Benefits:

• $15k recruitment incentive for highly qualified candidates
• Annual bonus plan equaling up to 9% of salary
• 401K plus company match
• CME reimbursement and extra time off
• Generous time off package! To include almost 8 weeks of cumulative time off across different banks.
• 15 PTO days, 5 personal days, 5 CE days, 7 sick days and 11 Federal holidays
• Average of only 10-12 patients a day with PACT team support (RN, LPN, and MA) to support you.
• We offer salary based on experience and monitor market trends to ensure we are providing a great rate for our employees.
• Access to Medical/Dental through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, and Vision options too.
• Annual performance reviews to discuss goals, raises, concerns, etc.
• All primary care physicians and mid levels have annual incentive plans tied to bonuses.
• Half a day for dedicated admin time a week.
• Great support system through clinic management peers, HR, Recruiting department, all the way up to the executive level.

Core Responsibilities

• Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans.
• Examines patients for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders, determines nature and extent of injury/disorder, and performs comprehensive physical examinations.
• Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Orders and performs diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes medication and recommends dietary and activity programs as indicated by diagnosis.
• Counsel patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance.
• Evaluates patients' records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care.
• Completes any and all clinical reminders "due" at the time of each patient visit.
• Completes the documentation of the medical record within 24 hours of a patient encounter.
• Solicits medical management consult or input when appropriate.
• Will comply with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely response to all patient request, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, lab results and diagnostic studies.
• Will comply with the VA formulary process and consult protocols.
• Will serve as a collaborative physician to mid-levels where appropriate and needed.
• Will comply with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely clinical documentation, including the completion of all encounters by close of business.
• Will address the clinical needs of all walk-in/triage/urgent care patients.
• Will comply with all VA and company training requirements.
• Will comply with VA requirements related to women's health certification and competencies, as well as any elements needed for maintenance of such certification.
• Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.
• Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.
• Must provide excellent customer service to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.
• Participate in the clinic's outreach events to help support the clinic's enrollment initiatives.
• Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance, when necessary, regarding scheduling, follow-up visits or nurse visits.
• Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational, and execute on key strategic initiatives that drive the success of the Valor business.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 2+ years clinical medical practice; government healthcare environment preferred; specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.
• Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine Degree
• Board certified in family practice or internal medicine
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency - AHA valid for two years, e.g.) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract
• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Excellent computer skills
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor
• Strong service mentality and a focus on achieving all aspects of defined service standard
• This is considered a safety sensitive position

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Salary Description


$260,000