Physician, MD, DO

Cherokee Federal•Sacramento, CA

9h•$208,000 - $249,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician provides comprehensive medical evaluations for applicants at an on-site Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS). The role ensures compliance with OSHA, the Privacy Act, Department of Defense (DoD), USMEPCOM, and applicable service regulations. Duties include reviewing medical records, taking histories, conducting physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic results, and identifying potential disqualifying conditions. The Physician assesses applicants across all body systems, determines when further examination is needed, communicates abnormal findings, and updates medical staff so applicant records can be accurately documented. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a Common Access Card (CAC), and the ability to pass the DoD clearance process to obtain a CAC. It is designated non-sensitive and requires a personnel security investigation; appointment may also depend on a suitability or fitness determination. The Physician must meet credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges. A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required. MHS GENESIS training must be completed as applicable to gain system access within 30 days of onboarding or as otherwise required. The position is full-time and on-site at a MEPS location. Occasional shifts before 0600 or after 1800 hours and occasional Saturday work may be required. The starting salary range is $208,000–$249,000, with pay commensurate with experience.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Ability to pass the DoD clearance process and obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent degree meeting the stated accreditation or foreign-education 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 obtaining an MD or DO degree, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in an appropriately accredited hospital or institution.
Three years of graduate training in the specialty of the position or equivalent experience and training.
Ability to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association; 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 Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS training to access the system within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required.
Pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
Foreign medical education must meet the stated equivalency requirements; applicants using foreign college or university education must provide an evaluation demonstrating equivalency to accredited U.S. education or full credit for courses at a U.S.-accredited institution.
Resume must clearly describe relevant experience, including paid or unpaid experience where applicable.

Nice To Haves

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, conduct histories and physical examinations according to Department of Defense standards, evaluate laboratory results, ensure accurate profiling, and coordinate with consultants and Service waiver authorities.
Evaluate diagnostic test results conducted by the MEPS medical department to identify potential disqualifying conditions.
Conduct comprehensive in-person medical histories for applicants who have completed prescreening and received authorization to proceed.
Assess applicants for injuries, deformities, defects, and disorders across all body systems, including dental, psychiatric, and behavioral systems, and conduct a standardized orthopedic-neurological examination.
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.