Primary Care Physician

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

13 paid holidays

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance $20,000

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Public service stability

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

State of Nebraska — Health & Human Services in Lincoln seeks a Primary Care Physician to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care for patients with serious mental illness within a psychiatric setting.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to manage chronic diseases, monitor treatments, and coordinate care across services. The role includes a structured on-call schedule and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold an M.D. degree and a license to practice medicine in Nebraska, with three years of experience as a visiting physician at an approved hospital or two years as a staff physician at an approved hospital.
• Specialty field requires M.D. degree and Nebraska license plus three years of residency in a recognized medical specialty and eligibility for, or possession of, certification in a medical specialty.

Responsibilities

• Manage the physical health of patients in DHHS care, addressing chronic diseases and acute medical issues within a psychiatric setting.
• Conduct daily medical rounds, monitor vital signs and labs, and respond to consultations with the treatment team.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, APRNs, nurses, pharmacists, and other staff; provide expertise to related centers as needed.

Skills

MD compliance

Clinical experience

On-call availability

Education

MD degree

Nebraska medical license

Board certification eligibility

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00026539 Primary Care Physician (Evergreen) (Open)

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$2.000

Job Description

Primary Care Physician DHHS Join a dedicated and mission-driven team providing critical mental health services in the heart of the Midwest. As a Primary Care Physician at DHHS you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to improving outcomes for individuals experiencing serious mental illness.

What We Offer You

We support the people who support our youth. Enjoy outstanding benefits, job security, and a team that feels like family.

• 156% state-matched retirement — one of the best in the nation
• 13 paid holidays + generous leave starting immediately
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fun, mission-driven, and supportive team environment
• Job stability in public service

For information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Behavioral Health, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov.

For more information about this position, contact Anny Friedrichsen at 402-853-4914 or email [e-mail].

Responsibilities

The primary care physician is responsible for managing the physical health of patients under the care of DHHS. These patients often have complex medical needs alongside psychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. The physician acts as the main medical provider within the psychiatric setting, addressing both chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension as well as acute medical issues such as infections or injuries. This role requires a strong foundation in primary care medicine combined with an understanding of how psychiatric illness and treatment impacts physical health. Daily, the physician typically conducts medical rounds on psychiatric units, evaluating patients’ vital signs, laboratory results, and any new or ongoing medical complaints. They work closely with psychiatrists, APRNs nurses, pharmacist and other treatment team members, often responding to consultations when medical concerns arise.

Another key responsibility is performing admission medical evaluations to ensure that new patients are medically stable and that any underlying medical conditions contributing to psychiatric symptoms are identified and treated early. A major component of the role involves monitoring and managing the side effects of psychiatric medications, such as antipsychotics, lithium, and clozapine, which can lead to significant complications, including metabolic syndrome, kidney dysfunction, or blood disorders. The primary care physician will also collaborate and provide expertise to the Lincoln Regional Center, Whitehall campus and in the future to Beatrice State Developmental Center.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• General Practice: M.D. degree and license to practice medicine in the state of Nebraska plus three years experience as a visiting physician at an approved hospital or two years of experience as a staff physician at an approved hospital.
• Specialty Field: M.D. degree and license to practice medicine in the state of Nebraska plus three years of residency training in a recognized medical specialty in an approved hospital plus eligibility for, or possession of, certification in one of the medical specialty field.

Hours

Monday through Friday. Must be available by phone in a call rotation. No onsite weekend coverage required.

Wage

Commensurate upon education and experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.