Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Family Practice in Portsmouth, VA

Doctor of Medicine | Family Practice
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Family Practice Physician – Portsmouth, VA

Join a leading healthcare facility in Portsmouth, VA, as a Family Practice Physician and enjoy a rewarding career serving our military community. This position offers a competitive hourly pay rate, flexible schedules, and excellent benefits. Be part of a dedicated team providing comprehensive care across multiple clinic locations, with start dates available from October 26, 2026, through September 30, 2030. Excellent opportunity for qualified physicians seeking impactful work in a supportive environment. Apply today to make a difference!

Quick Facts

• Location: Portsmouth, VA, United States
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• End Date/Duration: 09/30/2030
• Shift: Mon-Fri, 0700 – 1600 but varies by the clinic and coverage needed
• Hours/week: PRN or part-time hours only as needed. NOT full time.
• License/Certs: MD or DO from an accredited institution, unrestricted medical license, DEA, BLS
• Experience: Minimum 1 year recent family practice experience
• Pay Rate: $135.00 per hour
• Benefits: Weekly pay via direct deposit, robust referral bonus program, licensure, certification, travel reimbursements, and more

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive family medicine care, including diagnosis, treatment, and preventive services
• Manage a diverse patient caseload across multiple clinics
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently
• Participate in ongoing training and performance improvement programs
• Contribute to team meetings and health initiatives
• Support military and veteran patient populations in a dynamic healthcare setting

What You Need

Required:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian medical school
• Board certification in Family Practice by the American Board of Family Medicine
• Unrestricted medical license, DEA certification, BLS certification
• U.S. citizenship
• At least 1 year of recent family practice experience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred:

• Experience in military or federal healthcare settings
• Additional certifications in emergency medicine or related fields
• Bilingual abilities or additional language skills
• Experience in supervising or teaching medical staff

About the Assignment

This full-time role involves working at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and its associated Branch Health and Tricare Prime Clinics. The physician will deliver essential primary care services within a Military Health System environment, serving active duty service members and their families. This is an excellent opportunity to provide impactful healthcare in a supportive, collaborative setting.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSGOV

Benefits

Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit