Physician (Obstetrics/Gynecology)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Tacoma, WA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. The physician provides clinical care within the scope of obstetrics and gynecology, including outpatient and inpatient services, Labor and Delivery care, and OB/GYN surgery. The role also provides consultation to other medical officers, advises staff on difficult cases and hospitalized patients, and contributes to policies related to OB/GYN care. The position is a Direct Hire Solicitation and is designated Mission Essential. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. The position requires a current, active, full, and unrestricted physician license; an eligible medical degree; at least one year of supervised clinical training; and completion of at least four years of accredited residency training in Obstetrics/Gynecology. The incumbent must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges. Employment is subject to background and suitability investigations, including periodic re-verification due to recurring interaction with children and youth. The position requires influenza vaccination or a recognized exemption, immunization screening, and a pre-placement medical examination. It is a testing-designated position requiring pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Work may include on-call duty, rotating or fixed shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel to various locations. A one-year probationary period applies. Direct deposit is required; PCS costs are not authorized.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent degree meeting the stated accreditation or foreign-equivalency requirements.
Current, active, full, and unrestricted physician license or registration from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
At least one year of supervised direct clinical service after earning the medical degree, such as an internship or first year of residency.
Successful completion of at least four years of accredited residency training in Obstetrics/Gynecology; experience cannot substitute for the required residency training.
Ability to meet credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
Pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
Consent to pre-employment screening and random drug urinalysis testing.
Ability to work on-call and uncommon tours, which may include fixed or rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to meet travel requirements to various locations.

Nice To Haves

Highly qualified candidates may be considered for recruitment or relocation incentives.
Salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service.

Responsibilities

Perform medical duties within the scope of OB-GYN practice, including examining patients, diagnosing conditions, administering treatment, and performing routine procedures.
Order and interpret laboratory and radiological tests.
Refer patients for further evaluation on an outpatient or inpatient basis as needed.
Serve as an OB/GYN consultant to other medical officers, primarily on ambulatory cases.
Provide on-call advice to medical officers about care and treatment of difficult cases and respond to ward personnel questions about hospitalized OB/GYN patients.
Provide inpatient Labor and Delivery services and perform OB/GYN surgery.
Provide input and direction on policies related to OB-GYN care.