Physician (Internal Medicine) GP-0602-14

Defense Health Agency; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 123,007 - 336,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Student loan repayment

Retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

The Defense Health Agency is seeking a primary care physician at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in Fort Bliss, TX. This role involves managing adult patients with acute and chronic internal medicine conditions, conducting examinations, and overseeing clinical staff.

The ideal candidate must have an MD or DO, be licensed in the U.S., and have completed an Internal Medicine residency. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active medical license from a U.S. state, DC, Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.
• Requires at least one year of supervised clinical experience (internship or residency).
• Familiarity with military medical environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary care physician for adult patients.
• Manage complex medical problems.
• Conduct patient examinations and prescribe treatments.
• Participate in Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• Provide technical oversight of clinical staff.

Skills

Patient examination

Management of chronic conditions

Clinical oversight

Documentation compliance

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of residency in Internal Medicine

Job description

Overview: The position is located at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, Internal Medicine Service, Fort Bliss, TX.

Fort Bliss is a U.S. Army post serving forces in New Mexico and Texas. William Beaumont Army Medical Center provides comprehensive medical care for military personnel and families. Working for the Department of Defense offers competitive compensation, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment, and a retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary care physician for adult patients with acute and chronic internal medicine conditions.
• Manage complex medical problems such as congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, hypertension, peptic ulcer disease, thyroid disorders, diabetes, and arthritic conditions.
• Conduct patient examinations, take histories, perform physical exams, order laboratory tests, prescribe treatments, and refer to specialty care as needed.
• Complete required records (paper and electronic) for all medical services in accordance with procedures and regulations.
• Participate in Continuing Medical Education (CME) and quality assurance activities.
• Provide technical oversight of clinical staff (nurses, social workers, therapists, technicians).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent.
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted license as a physician from a U.S. state, DC, Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.
• Completed at least one year of supervised clinical experience (internship or residency).
• Successful completion of accredited residency in Internal Medicine (minimum 4 years).

Additional Requirements

• Eligible U.S. citizen.
• Familiarity with military medical environments is preferred.

Salary Range

• Tier 1: $123,007 – $300,000
• Tier 2: $145,000 – $320,000
• Tier 3: $165,000 – $336,000