Physician (Family Practice)

Job Description

Job Description

US Citizenship and Residency Completion Required to Apply

Overview

Position Summary:
This role is based at the Family Clinic located in Fort Gregg-Adams, VA. The clinic is situated just three miles east of Petersburg, Virginia, 116 miles from Washington D.C., and 21 miles from Richmond, the capital of Virginia. Richmond boasts a vibrant cultural scene, featuring top-notch museums, universities, a symphony orchestra, professional ballet and opera, as well as numerous theaters and art galleries. The area provides convenient access to both the ocean and mountains, along with the capital city. Residents can enjoy a variety of trendy shops and dining options, a wealth of sports and entertainment venues, historic sites, and one of the largest river park systems in the nation. The city is frequently recognized as one of the Best Places to Live in America.

Civilian personnel play a crucial role in supporting the mission of the Department of Defense. They bring essential skills that are not always available within the military, which are vital for military operations. The Department of Defense combines the expertise of both military and civilian members to create a cohesive Total Department of Defense.

Additional Information:
* Student loan repayment options may be available.
* A recruitment or relocation bonus could be offered.

As a Family Practice Physician, your responsibilities will encompass, but are not limited to:

• Conducting examinations for active duty personnel, family members, and other authorized beneficiaries to identify diseases and medical conditions.
• Providing appropriate care or referring cases that require hospitalization or specialized treatment.
• Performing various medical procedures, which may include vasectomies, simple fracture reductions, lumbar punctures, emergency deliveries, endometrial biopsies, joint aspirations/injections, and proctosigmoidoscopies.
• Assessing physical requirements and executing physical examinations for different categories of military and civilian staff.
• Supervising medical students, externs, residents, and other non-professional healthcare providers as necessary.

Basic Requirements for Supervisory Physician (Family Practice):

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from a recognized institution in the United States or Canada. Alternatively, a foreign medical degree may be accepted if it is deemed substantially equivalent to accredited U.S. schools, as evidenced 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.

Graduate Training:
Following the attainment of a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree, candidates must have completed at least one year of supervised clinical experience, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program accredited for such training.

Licensure/Certification:
Applicants must hold a permanent, full, and unrestricted medical license to practice in a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.

Experience Required for GP-14:
Experience encompasses both paid and unpaid roles, including volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). All qualifying experience, including volunteer work, will be considered. To qualify based on experience, your resume must detail at least four years of residency training in the relevant specialty or equivalent experience and training in Family Practice. This required experience should include a comprehensive range of medical duties focused on patient care for individuals of all ages, including advanced examination, diagnosis, and treatment to ensure effective care post-discharge.

U.S. Citizens