Physician Local Assignment

Cherokee Federal•United States,

9d•$208,000 - $230,000•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. This position is a government contract requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a Department of Defense (DoD) clearance process to acquire a Common Access Card (CAC).

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must possess a Common Access Card (CAC) or be able to obtain one.
Must be able to pass the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clearance process.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Requires a personnel security investigation.
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 fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
Successful completion of applicable Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS Training is required to access the MHS GENESIS System within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required.
Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a U.S. or Canadian school accredited by recognized bodies (e.g., AMA, AAMC, Liaison Committee on Medical Education, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation).
For foreign medical school graduates: evidence of equivalency to accredited U.S. schools (permanent certification by Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, fifth pathway certificate, or successful completion of U.S. Medical Licensing Examination).
Must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
At least one year of supervised experience providing direct clinical service (internship or first year of residency) after obtaining a medical degree.
3 years of graduate training in the specialty of the position or equivalent experience and training.
Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Nice To Haves

Occasional shift work (before 0600 or after 1800 hours) may be required.
Occasionally may be required to work Saturdays.

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