What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Navy Physician position at US Navy Reserve?
ABOUT
Serve your country as a part-time physician in the US Navy. This position does not require relocation. As a Navy commissioned physician, you will attend to service members and their families, providing medical care similar to that of a civilian doctor.
Navy physicians enjoy an accelerated career track with opportunities for humanitarian relief efforts at home and abroad. They work at top military medical facilities, utilizing advanced training and technology.
The US Navy offers a unique opportunity to focus on medicine without financial and business complications associated with private practice. Startup costs, malpractice insurance, staffing, equipment, and office management are non-existent for Navy physicians.
- Earn excellent compensation in an established, thriving practice
- Experience manageable patient ratios for high-quality, one-on-one care
- Receive hands-on experience and Navy-funded advanced training
- Enjoy a flexible schedule that leaves more time for family and personal pursuits
As a Navy Physician and Officer in the Medical Corps, you will lead the highly respected Navy healthcare team, providing high-quality medical care for Sailors, Marines, service members, their families, and humanity at large when needed.
You will handle routine tasks such as diagnosing ailments, treating injuries, and saving lives. You can also move beyond routine by:
- Working at top military medical facilities on shore, at sea, or in the field
- Joining with top healthcare professionals on the highly valued Navy healthcare team
- Collaborating with fellow military doctors and other healthcare officers, and partnering with International Relief Teams and organizations
- Operating as a leader within your focus area and gaining exposure outside your specialty
- Gaining 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 typically work close to their homes, giving them flexibility to expand their medical experience without compromising their civilian practice. For annual training, physicians may serve anywhere in the world, whether at sea, in hospitals stateside, or in bases and camps around the world.
PAY & BENEFITS
- Repayment of qualified education loans to the lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of 3 years while serving
- 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
- Work a total of one weekend a month/flex drill available to accommodate surgical case rotations
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with a permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)
- 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 : $180,000 - $250,000
