Primary Care Physician

VA Providence Health Care System; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP loan repayment eligibility up to

Competitive pay, generous leave, andli

Job summary

VA Providence Healthcare System seeks a Primary Care Physician to provide comprehensive outpatient care to our Nation's Veterans at Hyannis, MA; New Bedford, MA; Middletown, RI; and Providence, RI clinics. The role emphasizes team-based, patient-centered care and opportunities to teach and mentor learners.

In addition to competitive pay, the VA offers strong retirement and benefits programs, Education Debt Reduction Program eligibility, and collaborative, interdisciplinary care within the

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen with an MD or DO degree.
• Full, active, and unrestricted medical license in any state.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine is preferred but not required.
• Passion for teaching and mentoring in the Primary Care setting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat a broad range of acute and chronic conditions, perform physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care utilizing current knowledge and recent clinical experience.
• Participate in team-based care by joining daily huddles within the Patient Aligned Care Team (RN care manager, LPN, clinical pharmacist, psychologists, social workers) and collaborate with extended team members.
• Contribute to quality improvement, population-based interventions, leadership initiatives, research, and educational program development in areas like chronic disease management, care transitions, geriatrics, women's health, and LGBTQ+ care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teaching and mentoring

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Primary Care Physician

Make a difference by providing care to our nation's Veterans, their spouses, and survivors as a member of a world-class primary care system - all while enjoying life in the beautiful Providence region.

VA Providence Healthcare System is seeking Physicians with a strong record of high-quality, patient-centered clinical care to provide comprehensive outpatient care to Veterans at:

Hyannis VA Clinic, Hyannis,. MA

New Bedford VA Clinic, New Bedford, MA

Middletown VA Clinic, Middletown, RI

Providence VA Medical Center, Providence, RI 02908

A recruitment or relocation incentivemay be available for highly qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose and treat a broad range of acute and chronic conditions, conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Leverage current knowledge and recent experience in providing direct patient care.
• Participate in team-based care by joining daily huddles within the Patient Aligned Care Team - comprised of an RN care manager, LPN, clinical pharmacist, psychologists, and social workers.Collaborate closely with other co-located extended team members, such as clinical pharmacists and nutritionists to ensure coordinated, wraparound care.
• Contribute to team and facility-wide quality improvement, population-based interventions, leadership initiatives, research, clinical projects, educational activities, and/or program development in areas that include but are not limited to chronic disease management, care transitions, geriatrics, reproductive and women's health care, and LGBTQ+ care.

Requires:

• U.S. Citizenship, an M.D. or D.O.
• Full, active, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any state
• Board Certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine is preferred but not required
• Passion for teaching and mentoring others in the Primary Care setting

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Eligible: EDRP is a student loan reimbursement program valued at up to $200,000. Eligibility requirements apply. Learn more at: https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/EDRP.pdf

In addition to competitive pay, generous leave, and liability protection, the VA offers robust retirement and benefits plans. For details, visit: https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2026-Total-Rewards-MD-Podiatrist-Dentist-VA-Career.pdf

VA Providence Healthcare System does not discriminate in employment and follows federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.