Physician Local Assignment

Cherokee Federal

Almont (CO)

On-site

USD 208,000 - 230,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a physician to conduct comprehensive medical evaluations for MEPS applicants, ensuring adherence to OSHA, Privacy Act, DoD, and USMEPCOM standards.

The role involves detailed record reviews, histories, and exams, interpreting tests, and coordinating with consultants to determine disqualifying conditions, with on-site work at MEPS locations. Strong credentialing and security clearance readiness are essential.

Qualifications

MD/DO degree from US/Canada or equivalent education credentials.
Current US physician license or registration in good standing.
Evidence of equivalency for foreign medical graduates when applicable.
Minimum one year of supervised clinical experience after medical degree.
CAC/PIV or similar security credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with OSHA and Privacy Act standards per DoD/USMEPCOM.
Review medical records, histories, exam data, and diagnostic tests.
Coordinate with consultants and waiver authorities on case profiling.
Assess body systems and identify disqualifying conditions.
Inform applicants of abnormal findings and update staff accordingly.
Maintain credentialing requirements and clinical privileges.

Skills

Medical evaluation

OSHA compliance

Clinical history taking

Physical examination

Medical records review

Communication with staff

CAC/PIV familiarity

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Job description

"A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens. This position requires a Common Access Card (CAC), and the ability to pass the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clearance process to acquire a Common Access Card (CAC)."

Provides comprehensive medical evaluations for MEPS applicants, ensuring full compliance with OSHA, Privacy Act, DoD, and USMEPCOM standards. Reviews medical records, conducts detailed histories and physical exams, interprets diagnostic tests, and identifies disqualifying conditions. Assesses all body systems, determines the need for additional exams, communicates abnormal findings to applicants, and updates medical staff for accurate database documentation.

Position Highlights

Shape the readiness of America's Armed Forces

Predictable hours -, zero call, Onsite at the MEPCOM location

Monday- Friday 8 hour days

The Cherokee Nation values a service-driven community

National infrastructure and responsive operations team

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Full Time Salary Range for Physician : $208,000- $230,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Physician Responsibilities Include

Ensures compliance with OSHA and Privacy Act standards, including those set by USMEPCOM, the Department of Defense, and applicable service regulations.

Conducts thorough medical record reviews, histories, and physical examinations per Department of Defense standards; evaluates lab results, ensures accurate profiling, and coordinates with consultants and Service waiver authorities.

Evaluates diagnostic test results conducted by the MEPS medical department to identify potential disqualifying conditions.

Performs comprehensive in-person medical histories for applicants who have completed the prescreening process and received authorization to proceed.

Assesses applicants for injuries, deformities, defects, and disorders across all body systems, including dental, psychiatric, and behavioral, and conducts a standardized orthopedic-neurological exam.

Determines the need for further physical examination of identified problem areas.

Directly informs applicants of abnormal findings through personal consultation or written communication.

Conveys updates to medical staff for entry into the USMEPCOM-specific applicant database.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Physician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

This position has been designated as non-sensitive and requires a personnel security investigation.

All Health Care Providers must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification that is sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Current Advanced Life Support or other advanced certification does not supersede BLS completion.

Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.

A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required.

Successful completion of applicable Military Health System (MHS) GENESIS Training is required to access the MHS GENESIS System within 30 days of onboarding and/or as required.

Occasional shift work (before 0600 or after 1800 hours) may be required.

Occasionally may be required to work Saturdays.

To qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association; the Association of American Medical Colleges; the Liaison Committee on Medical Education; Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association, or an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. A Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree from a foreign medical school must have provided education and medical knowledge equivalent to accredited schools in the United States. Evidence of equivalency to accredited schools in the United States is demonstrated by permanent certification by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the United States and graduate education in a foreign country, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Applicants must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

After obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate must have had at least one year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting, i.e., a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in a hospital or an institution accredited for such training.

Requirements

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position, you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Applicants must possess 3 years of graduate training in the specialty of the position to be filled or equivalent experience and training.

Preference given to candidates who meet the above qualifications and:

Have an CAC (Common Access Card) or PIV (Personal Identity Verification Card)

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.