Physician (Obstetrics and Gynecology)

Situated in El Paso, TX, our facility is home to the 1st Armored Division and operates as a FORSCOM installation, incorporating various commands such as MEDCOM, JTF-NORTH, TRADOC, USAR, among others. Spanning approximately 1.12 million acres across Texas and New Mexico, the Main Cantonment Area is conveniently located next to El Paso. This vibrant city, nestled between the striking Franklin Mountains and the historic Rio Grande, offers the benefits of a major urban center while retaining the charm of a contemporary western town. El Paso serves as a key transportation hub and boasts a rich array of cultural and entertainment options. With a low crime rate and a highly favorable cost of living, it’s no wonder that around 70% of residents are bilingual in both English and Spanish.

Joining the Department of Defense provides a wealth of advantages, including competitive salary packages, paid time off, healthcare benefits, student loan repayment options, and a retirement plan featuring contributions matched by the employer.

• Deliver Obstetrics services, encompassing both medical and surgical management for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of prenatal and postnatal care.
• Conduct Gynecology evaluations and treatments, including both medical and surgical management, to address a variety of female pelvic conditions.
• Perform examinations, diagnoses, and treatments for a diverse range of OB/GYN patients, spanning from pediatric to geriatric demographics.
• Execute advanced examinations and treatments for patients referred for specialized consultation.
• Assess both functional and dysfunctional issues related to the female pelvis, including masses, pain, urological concerns, abnormal bleeding, hormonal imbalances, and infections.

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Conditions of Employment:

• Appointment may require a suitability or fitness assessment based on a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is mandatory.
• This role may involve specific initial background checks and periodic re-verification due to potential interactions with minors under the age of eighteen.
• Selected candidates may need to sign a statement consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is classified as a Testing Designated Position, necessitating pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Candidates will need to agree to participate in random drug urinalysis.
• A pre-placement medical examination may be required.
• Immunization screening could be necessary, with Hepatitis B vaccination required for all roles involving direct patient contact. Proof of other immunizations may also be requested based on the specific position.
• Maintaining current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association may be required. Advanced certifications (e.g., ALS) do not replace BLS.
• Candidates must meet credentialing standards and secure appropriate clinical privileges.
• This role may necessitate on-call work during irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
• Moderate to heavy lifting, up to 25 pounds, may be necessary.
• Tuberculosis testing may be required for this position.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Degree: A Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution in the United States or Canada. This degree must be recognized by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, the Association of American Medical Colleges, the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation, or another accrediting body acknowledged by the U.S. Department of Education at the time of graduation. For foreign medical degrees, education and medical knowledge must be equivalent to that of accredited U.S. schools, demonstrated by permanent certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the U.S. and graduate education abroad, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.

Licensure: Candidates must hold a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.

Graduate Training: Following the attainment of a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, candidates must have at least one year of supervised clinical experience, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in an accredited hospital or institution.

Residency Training: Applicants must have successfully completed the required accredited residency training in the specialty of Obstetrics and Gynecology, along with equivalent experience and training totaling at least four years. Experience cannot substitute for the residency training required for this specialty.