Physician

Cherokee Federal•Minneapolis, MN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides comprehensive medical evaluations for MEPS applicants, ensuring full compliance with OSHA, Privacy Act, DoD, and USMEPCOM standards. Reviews medical records, conducts detailed histories and physical exams, interprets diagnostic tests, and identifies disqualifying conditions. Assesses all body systems, determines the need for additional exams, communicates abnormal findings to applicants, and updates medical staff for accurate database documentation.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and provide documentation.
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
Successful completion of applicable Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS Training within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required.
Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada accredited by recognized bodies.
For foreign medical degrees, must have permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.
Must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or territory.
At least one year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting (internship or first year of residency) after obtaining the medical degree.
3 years of graduate training in the specialty of the position or equivalent experience and training.
If using foreign education, credentials must be evaluated by a private organization and deemed equivalent to a U.S. accredited program, or full credit given for courses at a U.S. accredited college.
Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Occasional shift work (before 0600 or after 1800 hours) may be required.
Occasionally may be required to work Saturdays.
A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required.

Responsibilities

Ensures compliance with OSHA and Privacy Act standards, including those set by USMEPCOM, the Department of Defense, and applicable service regulations.
Conducts thorough medical record reviews, histories, and physical examinations per Department of Defense standards; evaluates lab results, ensures accurate profiling, and coordinates with consultants and Service waiver authorities.
Evaluates diagnostic test results conducted by the MEPS medical department to identify potential disqualifying conditions.
Performs comprehensive in-person medical histories for applicants who have completed the prescreening process and received authorization to proceed.
Assesses applicants for injuries, deformities, defects, and disorders across all body systems, including dental, psychiatric, and behavioral, and conducts a standardized orthopedic-neurological exam.
Determines the need for further physical examination of identified problem areas.
Directly informs applicants of abnormal findings through personal consultation or written communication.
Conveys updates to medical staff for entry into the USMEPCOM-specific applicant database.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.