Defense Health Agency
Physician ( Family Practice)
Defense Health Agency, Clarksville, Tennessee, United States, 37040
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Defense Health Agency Overview Physician (Family Medicine). This position is located at CBMH CLARKSVILLE, Fort Campbell, KY. Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville. The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. Responsibilities Provides first contact, continuous, comprehensive primary care for infants, children, youth and adults. Coordinates and/or integrate care across all elements of the healthcare system. Teaches and provides consultation to other health care providers as assigned. Writes prescriptions, orders the administration of medications, dispenses medications, and prescribes controlled substances in accordance with approved treatment protocols. Completes required records pertaining to all medical services provided in accordance with specified procedures and regulations. Performs Other Duties As Assigned. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens . In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Basic Requirement For Physician (Family Practice) : Degree: Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. Licensure : Applicants must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Graduate Training : Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate must have had at least one year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting. Requirements : In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Residency Training for Position: Applicants must have successfully completed the required accredited residency training in the specialty of the position to be filled (Family Medicine) and equivalent experience and training equal to at least 4 years.
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Physician ( Family Practice)
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Defense Health Agency Overview Physician (Family Medicine). This position is located at CBMH CLARKSVILLE, Fort Campbell, KY. Occupying a generous portion of the border between Kentucky and Tennessee, Fort Campbell supports the fourth largest military population in the Army. The base boasts modern facilities including a huge new commissary, parks, splash pads, a Starbucks, and updated housing. Clarksville is growing, but keeps a mindful eye on preserving its history and “small town” feel. It’s only about 40 minutes north of Nashville, and some areas between the two cities are gaining popularity for being “bedroom communities” for Nashville. The low cost of living, home prices, and absence of state income tax are all perks to living in Tennessee. You get the rural, country lifestyle, but with the option of a thriving metro area just a short drive down I-24. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. Responsibilities Provides first contact, continuous, comprehensive primary care for infants, children, youth and adults. Coordinates and/or integrate care across all elements of the healthcare system. Teaches and provides consultation to other health care providers as assigned. Writes prescriptions, orders the administration of medications, dispenses medications, and prescribes controlled substances in accordance with approved treatment protocols. Completes required records pertaining to all medical services provided in accordance with specified procedures and regulations. Performs Other Duties As Assigned. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens . In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Basic Requirement For Physician (Family Practice) : Degree: Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from a school in the United States or Canada. Licensure : Applicants must possess a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States. Graduate Training : Subsequent to obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, a candidate must have had at least one year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting. Requirements : In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Residency Training for Position: Applicants must have successfully completed the required accredited residency training in the specialty of the position to be filled (Family Medicine) and equivalent experience and training equal to at least 4 years.
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