Physician, MD, DO

Cherokee Federal•Sacramento, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician provides comprehensive medical evaluations for Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) applicants, ensuring compliance with OSHA, the Privacy Act, Department of Defense (DoD), USMEPCOM, and applicable service standards. The role reviews medical records, takes detailed histories, conducts physical examinations, interprets diagnostic tests, identifies potentially disqualifying conditions, and determines whether further examinations are needed. The Physician informs applicants of abnormal findings and communicates updates to medical staff for accurate entry into the USMEPCOM-specific applicant database. Duties are performed on site at one of the listed MEPS locations. The position is restricted to U.S. citizens under a government contract. It requires a Common Access Card (CAC) and the ability to pass the DoD clearance process to obtain one. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation. The role is designated non-sensitive and requires a personnel security investigation. A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required. Successful completion of applicable MHS GENESIS training is required to access the system within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required. The Physician must maintain current AHA-sponsored or -endorsed Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, meet credentialing requirements, and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges. Occasional shift work before 0600 or after 1800 hours, and occasional Saturday work, may be required. Starting salary is $208,000–$249,000, commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k); other benefits may be available, and benefits are subject to change.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required for this government contract position.
Ability to pass the DoD clearance process and obtain a CAC.
Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent degree from an appropriately accredited school in the United States or Canada, or qualifying equivalent foreign medical education.
Current, active, full, 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-service clinical experience after earning an MD or DO degree, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a qualifying residency.
Three years of graduate training in the specialty of the position, or equivalent experience and training.
Ability to obtain and maintain current AHA-sponsored or -endorsed BLS training and certification; advanced life-support or other advanced certification does not replace BLS.
Ability to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate or relevant clinical privileges.
Successful completion of applicable MHS GENESIS training to access the system within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required.
Pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
Foreign-educated applicants using foreign education to meet qualification requirements must provide an evaluation from a qualified private organization establishing equivalency to an accredited U.S. education program, or documentation that full course credit was given by a U.S.-accredited college or university.
Resume must clearly describe relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Preference is given to candidates who already have a CAC or PIV (Personal Identity Verification) Card.

Responsibilities

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