Primary Care Physician (Lead Medical Officer)

Quick Facts

• Provides comprehensive outpatient primary care for an assigned patient panel in a PACT team model
• Leads and manages clinic services for primary care at the VA Clinic
• Appointment modalities include face-to-face, telephone, and VA Video Connect

Description

This role delivers high-quality primary care to adult patients through a patient-aligned care team (PACT) approach, including examining, diagnosing, treating, ordering tests, and prescribing medications. The Lead Medical Officer ensures continuity of care for a limited panel, maintains timely clinical documentation (including processing view alerts), and serves as a preceptor for mid-level practitioners. The position also includes direct or indirect leadership and supervision of clinic services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient care for adult patients using PACT modalities (in-person, phone, VA Video Connect)
• Diagnose conditions and develop treatment options based on best clinical practice
• Order laboratory and radiology tests; refer to specialists when appropriate
• Analyze reports, test results, and medical records to support clinical decisions
• Prescribe medications and provide administration instructions
• Maintain proficiency with CPRS for continuity of care
• Ensure timely processing of documentation and view alerts
• Serve as a clinical preceptor for mid-level practitioners
• Supervise assigned provider staff and perform supervisory duties (ePerformance, time management, disciplinary actions)
• Contribute to quality standards, efficiency, process improvement, and patient satisfaction
• Maintain a safe environment for staff and patients
• Establish and maintain collegial relationships with clinical staff

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship (or VA appointment only when citizens cannot be recruited)
• MD or DO degree from an approved institution
• Full, unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state/territory/commonwealth or DC
• Completed accredited residency training with eligibility for board certification
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Background/security investigation and pre-employment physical evaluation
• Urinalysis drug screening for testing-designated positions
• Selective Service registration for eligible males
• Complete onboarding steps and meet identification requirements
• Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal total rewards, including paid time off (50–55 days/year), performance bonus, and regular salary increases
• Education Debt Reduction Program eligibility (up to $200,000, subject to eligibility)
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance options
• CME reimbursement possible ($1,000/year with board certification and full-time status)
• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage
• No physician employment contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting