Physician, MD, DO

Cherokee Federal•Los Angeles, CA

1h•$208,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician (MD or DO) provides comprehensive medical evaluations for Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) applicants at an on-site MEPS location. The role ensures compliance with OSHA, Privacy Act, Department of Defense, USMEPCOM, and applicable service standards. Duties include reviewing medical records, taking histories, conducting physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, identifying potentially disqualifying conditions, assessing all body systems, determining whether additional examinations are needed, communicating abnormal findings to applicants, and updating medical staff for accurate database documentation. The position has no supervisory or management authority. The work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment. Prolonged sitting and computer use are expected; standing or moving around the office for extended periods may occasionally be required. Occasional shift work before 0600 or after 1800 hours and occasional Saturday work may be required. The position requires a qualifying medical degree, three years of graduate training in the specialty or equivalent experience and training, an active and unrestricted physician license, current AHA-sponsored or endorsed Basic Life Support certification, and the ability to meet credentialing and clinical privilege requirements. A personnel security investigation and DoD clearance for a Common Access Card are required. Applicable MHS GENESIS training must be completed to access the system within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required. The stated starting salary range is $208,000–$250,000. Benefits include a 401(k) company match, paid time off and holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, prescription coverage, life and AD&D insurance, disability coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, FSA and HSA options, professional development and training support, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection. Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent degree from an appropriately accredited school; foreign medical education must meet the stated equivalency requirements.
At least three years of graduate training in the specialty of the position or equivalent experience and training.
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.
Obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace this requirement.
Meet credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
Complete applicable Military Health System GENESIS training to access the system within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required.
Pass the required suitability or fitness determination and background investigation, including the DoD clearance needed to obtain a Common Access Card.
Pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Be able to meet the position's physical demands, including prolonged sitting and computer work and occasional standing or movement around the office for extended periods.
Occasional shift work before 0600 or after 1800 hours may be required, as may occasional Saturday work.

Nice To Haves

Experience in MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) facilities.
Familiarity with military medical standards, medical processing procedures, and military-specific documentation systems.
Proficiency in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner.
Possession of a Common Access Card (CAC) or Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with OSHA, Privacy Act, USMEPCOM, Department of Defense, and applicable service regulations.
Review medical records, obtain histories, and conduct physical examinations according to Department of Defense standards.
Evaluate laboratory and diagnostic test results for potential disqualifying conditions.
Ensure accurate profiling and coordinate with consultants and Service waiver authorities.
Conduct in-person medical histories for applicants who have completed prescreening and received authorization to proceed.
Assess injuries, deformities, defects, and disorders across all body systems, including dental, psychiatric, and behavioral systems, and conduct standardized orthopedic-neurological examinations.
Determine whether further physical examination of identified problem areas is needed.
Inform applicants of abnormal findings through personal consultation or written communication.
Provide updates to medical staff for entry into the USMEPCOM-specific applicant database.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.