Physician (Family Medicine) GP-0602-14

DHA • Ft. Knox, KY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Collaborative Care in a State-of-the-Art Military Community. Come join our team located at Ireland Army Health Clinic Fort Knox, KY. We are currently seeking a dedicated Family Physician to care for military families. Practicing at Fort Knox offers a rare environment free from the traditional administrative burdens and insurance hassles of the private sector. You will be serving a uniquely grateful patient base of active-duty service members, their families, and retired veterans within a highly collaborative, state-of-the-art healthcare system.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent from an accredited US or Canadian institution. Foreign degrees must have verified US equivalency (ECFMG, Fifth Pathway, or USMLE).
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted medical license from any US State, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or US Territory.
• Successful completion of an accredited Family Practice residency program, plus a minimum of four (4) years of combined residency and professional clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Primary Care Optimization (PCO) Clinical Lead: Direct and deliver full-spectrum, "cradle-to-grave" outpatient care. You will independently manage a diverse panel of beneficiaries—from newborns to geriatrics—addressing complex, interdependent acute illnesses and chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular conditions).
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Medical Staff: Provide vital clinical guidance and consultative support to a multidisciplinary team. You will advise mid-level providers (Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants), nursing staff, and medical technicians on optimal care pathways and triage protocols for urgent, emergent, and routine clinical presentations.
• Drive the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Model: Oversee and facilitate all professional care activities within your designated PCMH team. This involves championing a holistic, team-based approach to patient health, ensuring seamless care coordination, emphasizing preventive medicine, and optimizing clinic workflows to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Maintain Clinical Excellence and Policy Compliance: Actively engage in continuing medical education (CME) to stay at the forefront of medical advancements. You will ensure your clinical practices consistently align with Defense Health Agency (DHA), Military Treatment Facility (MTF), and department-specific protocols, while participating in regular in-service training and peer-review activities.
• Provide Critical Medical Support During Crises: Function as a vital medical asset during real-world, local emergencies. You will be prepared to respond to MTF-level disaster scenarios, delivering immediate, life-saving primary care and triage during mass casualty events or severe local crises.

Benefits

• Medical malpractice liability insurance is not required for federal civilian healthcare providers as they are covered by the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) while acting within the scope of their employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree