Primary Care opportunity on Florida's Emerald Coast

Welcome to Pensacola, Florida. Located in Florida’s panhandle, Pensacola is surrounded by 50-plus miles of coastline which includes the emerald-green Gulf of Mexico waters and crystal-clear bay areas. This makes Pensacola the perfect combination of a relaxed beach town and bustling metropolitan center. The temperate climate and a friendly community that is driven toward success present an unparalleled quality of life .

About the Company

The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System serves Veterans across Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida, providing comprehensive, high-quality medical care through a network of state-of-the-art facilities. As part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, we are committed to serving those who have served, offering advanced medical technology, collaborative work environments, and a strong mission-driven culture. Physicians who join our team enjoy work-life balance, competitive federal benefits, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our nation’s heroes.

About the Role

The Pensacola VA Clinic is seeking a passionate Primary Care Physician to bring high-quality healthcare directly to Veterans in the Gulf Coast region, offering primary care, mental health services, and specialty care in a modern, well-equipped setting. Physicians at this facility enjoy the flexibility of working in a dynamic outpatient environment while benefiting from the strong support network of the larger Gulf Coast VA system. With a focus on patient-centered care, innovation, and community impact, the Pensacola VA Clinic is an ideal place for providers looking to serve those who have served our country.

Responsibilities

• The Physician will be responsible for providing primary care for patients with the new VA care delivery system, Patient-Aligned Care Teams (PACT).
• This model of care incorporates a patient-centered approach focusing on access to care, care managers, collaboration among specialties and other services (including nursing and clerical staff), and alternative means of care (telehealth, nursing visits, shared medical appointments, etc.).
• The Physician serves as a Primary Care Physician in outpatient primary care clinics, providing appropriate care for Veterans ranging in age from 18 through geriatric years, taking into consideration diagnosis and physical, functional, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs.
• The physician serves as a provider who is highly skilled in the management of a patient's primary care needs and evaluation of the need for subspecialty referral.

Highlights of this Opportunity:

• Permanent full-time position with flexible scheduling based on facility needs.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence for CME).
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).
• Possible relocation incentive for highly qualified candidates.
• Up to $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME (must be full-time with board certification).
• No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restriction on moonlighting.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Opportunity to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service with federal employers.