Supervisory Physician(Medical Evaluation Board)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Gordon, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Serve as a Supervisory Physician (Medical Evaluation Board) with the Department of War at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Gordon, Georgia. Review medical records for military personnel referred for possible disability processing; examine, diagnose, and treat patients and prescribe care as needed to complete the Medical Evaluation Board process. Prepare narrative summaries and addendums, and respond to concerns raised by soldiers and the Physical Evaluation Board or Physical Disability Agency. Lead a healthcare team that includes physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary staff, and Army disability staff. Provide medical consultation and review charts for quality assurance.

The position requires an unrestricted physician license, appropriate clinical privileges, and maintenance of Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications. The incumbent must meet federal credentialing, background investigation, drug screening, physical examination, and immunization requirements. The role is designated as inclement-weather essential and may involve evenings or nights, rotating shifts, extended hours, weekends, holidays, or other hospital schedules.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 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 experience after obtaining the medical degree, such as an internship or first year of residency.
• For the GP-14 position, four years of graduate training in the specialty of the position or equivalent experience and training; experience may not substitute for required specialty residency training.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from or in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Meet credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
• Complete required background investigation, pre-employment screening, and drug testing, including random testing.
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
• Meet applicable immunization requirements, including seasonal influenza vaccination unless exempted and Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact.
• Complete a one-year supervisory probationary period if the requirement has not previously been met.
• Be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Highly qualified candidates may be considered for recruitment or relocation incentives, advanced in-hire, or advanced leave; these are not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Review available medical records of military personnel referred for possible disability processing.
• Examine, diagnose, and treat patients and prescribe care to complete the Medical Evaluation Board process.
• Dictate narrative summaries and addendums, including responses to concerns raised by soldiers and the Physical Evaluation Board or Physical Disability Agency.
• Lead a healthcare team comprising physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary staff, and Army disability staff.
• Provide medical consultative services and conduct chart reviews for quality assurance.
• Report for work or remain on duty during severe weather conditions as required for an inclement-weather-essential position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree