Primary Care Physician

The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System is seeking a passionate Primary Care Physician to join the Pensacola VA Clinic in Pensacola, Florida. In this role, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to veterans in a modern outpatient setting utilizing the Patient-Aligned Care Teams (PACT) model. Physicians at our facility enjoy a collaborative work environment, competitive federal benefits, and an excellent quality of life along Florida's scenic panhandle.

Practice Info

• Pensacola VA Clinic
• Outpatient primary care clinics
• Patient-Aligned Care Teams (PACT) care delivery system
• Modern, well-equipped setting

Shift & Schedule

• Permanent full-time position with flexible scheduling based on facility needs.

Responsibilities

• The Physician will be responsible for providing primary care for patients with the new VA care delivery system, Patient-Aligned Care Teams (PACT).
• This model of care incorporates a patient-centered approach focusing on access to care, care managers, collaboration among specialties and other services (including nursing and clerical staff), and alternative means of care (telehealth, nursing visits, shared medical appointments, etc.).
• The Physician serves as a Primary Care Physician in outpatient primary care clinics, providing appropriate care for Veterans ranging in age from 18 through geriatric years, taking into consideration diagnosis and physical, functional, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs.
• The physician serves as a provider who is highly skilled in the management of a patient's primary care needs and evaluation of the need for subspecialty referral.

Compensation

• Salary from $230,000 to $280,000.
• Possible relocation incentive for highly qualified candidates.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: 50–55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence for CME).
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).
• Up to $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME (must be full-time with board certification).
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Opportunity to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service with federal employers.

Qualifications

• No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restriction on moonlighting.
• No visa sponsorship available