Physician (Primary Care)

Veterans Health Administration; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 240,000 - 315,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

CME reimbursement

Federal health insurance

Federal retirement plan

Tail coverage / malpractice protection

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Phoenix VA Health Care System, seeks a Primary Care Provider to manage the health care of enrolled patients in a team-based clinic.

The physician will perform histories, physical exams, prescribe medications, order tests and coordinate care within approved privileges. This is an intermittent position with a pay range reflecting federal compensation and benefits, including CME support and comprehensive time off.

Qualifications

• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree from an LCME-accredited school for the year completed.
• For DOs or graduates of osteopathic schools, ensure COCA/ECFMG eligibility as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management of patients enrolled for healthcare services at the Phoenix VA Health Care System.
• Work in a team with physicians, nurse practitioners, RNs and support staff to deliver patient care.
• Prescribe medications, order and interpret tests, and coordinate care and follow-up.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Primary Care Provider serves as a practicing physician who is responsible for the overall management of patients enrolled for healthcare services provided by the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS). Responsible for administrative tasks associated with clinic operations. Temporary Intermittent Position Not To Exceed 1 Year.

Key Responsibilities

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting The Primary Care Provider serves as a practicing physician who is responsible for the overall management of patients enrolled for healthcare services provided by the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PHVAHCS) The Physician will work in a team setting with other physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and support staff assigned to perform duties to accomplish the treatment of our patients.

Computer skills are essential as PHVAHCS is fully computerized for note documentation, entering orders and requesting consults. Functions: Coordinates care for a panel of outpatients as assigned by PHVAHCS. Evaluates and treat acute and chronic health problems for scheduled and unscheduled patients in the clinic setting. Performs histories and physical exams.

Provides appropriate documentation to minimally include history, physical exam findings, diagnosis, definitive care plan and disposition of the patient. Ensures that patients are appropriately closed-out including disposition that clearly indicates the next steps of care. Ensures that each patient is provided a list of current medications and an appointment list at close-out. Performs office procedures contained within their approved privileges.

Prescribes medications as appropriate. Orders routine laboratory, radiological and diagnostic tests and provide initial interpretation of results. Communicates test results to patients. Initiates and expedite requests for consultations and special tests. Screens patients to determine the need for hospitalization. Provides education to the patient and family as necessary.

Work Schedule: Intermittent - Intermittent employment is defined as non-fulltime employment without a regularly scheduled tour of duty. Work schedule will be determined based on the needs of the service.

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $240000 – $315000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.