Primary Care Physicians

Join Our Team as a Primary Care Physician

We are currently seeking dedicated Primary Care Physicians to provide exceptional care for our Veterans, who are truly America's Heroes. This rewarding position encompasses a variety of services, including preventive medicine, neurology, infectious disease, laboratory, and audiology. Our organization operates one of nine VA clinics that serve over 80,000 Veterans in the Inland Empire.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision and guidance to mid-level practitioners, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
• Engage actively in Medical Center committees and collaborative teams.
• Contribute to facility programs aimed at enhancing patient care delivery, including participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives.
• Identify personal professional development needs and engage in formal education, workshops, seminars, and self-directed learning activities, completing mandatory education annually.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to outpatient adults and seniors aged 65 and older.
• Stay updated on advancements in disease management and treatment through ongoing medical education.
• Effectively integrate patient care activities across Primary Care Services and other programs, collaborating with Social Work, Prosthetics, Home-Based Health Care (HBHC), and private nursing facilities.
• Exhibit proficiency in diagnosing and managing complex, multi-symptomatic patients.
• Ensure timely completion of medical record documentation in CPRS.
• Involve patients, families, and healthcare providers in setting realistic health education and treatment goals.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate care tailored to individual patient needs.
• Utilize advanced clinical judgment and assessment skills to evaluate Veterans' health.
• Identify acute, non-acute, and chronic health issues.
• Participate in grading sessions for medical students and GME trainees assigned to your services.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Possess a current, full, and unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Completion of a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Residency Training program.

Preferred Experience

• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Practice, with a preference for candidates having at least 5 years of experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: Annual salary range of $250,000 to $265,000, with potential exceptions.
• Performance Awards: Opportunity to earn up to $15,000 in additional annual performance pay.
• Regular Increases: Annual cost-of-living adjustments and salary reviews every two years.
• Liability Protection: Coverage under federal tort laws, with defense provided by the United States against malpractice claims.
• Health Insurance: Choose from various health maintenance organizations through Federal Employees Health Benefits.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Supplemental benefits available for you and your family under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program.
• Life Insurance: Group term life insurance coverage for you and eligible family members through Federal Employees Group Life Insurance.
• Pension: Basic annuity calculated based on service length and "high-3" average salary, with vesting in the Federal Employee Retirement System after 5 years of service.
• Thrift Savings Plan: Federal 401k equivalent with a 5% agency match, allowing contributions up to $22,500 annually, with vesting after 3 years of service.
• Survivor Benefits: Eligibility for survivor benefits after 10 years of service.
• Annual Leave: Receive 208 hours (approximately 26 days) of annual leave, along with paid vacation, unlimited sick leave, and 11 paid federal holidays.
• Continuing Education: Earn CME credits at no cost, with potential for $1,000 or more annually and five or more paid days off to attend courses (conditions apply).
• Credit for Military Service: Service credits from military time can be carried over to your federal job for retirement purposes.
• Flexible Employment: Enjoy "at will" employment without contracts, noncompete clauses, or restrictive covenants, whether serving full-time or part-time.

If you are interested in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our nation's heroes, we encourage you to apply!