What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Navy Physician position at US Navy Reserve?
Job Summary
Serve your country as a part-time physician with the Navy. This role does not require relocation, allowing you to maintain your civilian practice while contributing to the healthcare of service members and their families.
Navy physicians enjoy an accelerated career track, working at top military medical facilities and having access to advanced training and technology. They also benefit from minimal start-up costs, malpractice insurance, staffing, equipment, and office management responsibilities.
As a Navy Physician and Officer in the Navy Medical Corps, you will:
- Provide high-quality medical care for Sailors, Marines, service members, their families, and humanity at large.
- Work at the best military medical facilities on shore, at sea, and in the field.
- Collaborate with fellow military doctors and other healthcare officers, and partner with International Relief Teams and organizations.
- Operate as a leader within your focus area and gain exposure outside your specialty.
- Gain management experience that will serve you well throughout your career.
As a Reservist, your duties will be carried out during scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Physicians in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes, giving you the flexibility to expand your medical experience in the Navy without compromising your civilian practice.
The benefits of serving as a Navy Physician include:
- Repayment of qualified education loans to the lending institution.
- Post 9/11 GI Bill (may transfer benefits to immediate family members).
- Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).
- No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family.
- 30 days of paid vacation earned annually.
- Full MWR Privileges (golf, gym, RV camping, movie theater, and discounted event tickets).
- Commissary and Exchange Privileges.
- Space "A" Availability for Air Travel.
- VA Home Loan.
- Miscellaneous military discounts with your military-issued ID card.
- Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System.
- Specialized training to become a leader in medicine.
Requirements for this role include:
- MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy.
- Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.
- Eligibility for board certification.
- Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship.
- Between 21 and 42 years of age (waivers are granted on a case-by-case basis up to age 68).
- U.S. citizenship (non-waivable).
Salary : $60,080 - $96,200
