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Family Practice Physician

JR Enterprise is seeking a Family Practice Physician to provide comprehensive primary care services at the Cumberland County VA Clinic. This is a long-term contract position, offering a stable work schedule and an opportunity to serve our nation's veterans in a professional and rewarding healthcare environment.

Job Description

• Provide outpatient primary care services to veteran patients, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care treatment.
• Conduct comprehensive history-taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic assessments to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Manage a wide range of medical conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, COPD, heart disease, and other common illnesses.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic procedures as necessary.
• Prescribe medications and treatment plans following VA guidelines and evidence-based practices.
• Provide patient education and counseling on health maintenance, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, specialists, and administrative staff, to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records in compliance with VA policies and medical best practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to all hospital policies and procedures.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide urgent care as needed.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Medicine.
• Active and unrestricted medical license to practice in any U.S. state.
• Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
• BLS/ACLS certification (as required by the VA).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in primary care or family medicine (VA or military healthcare experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of preventive care, chronic disease management, and evidence-based medicine.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Stable, long-term contract with the opportunity to serve veterans.
• Competitive compensation at $110/hour.
• Predictable Monday-Friday schedule with no night or weekend shifts.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment within a well-established VA Medical Center.