Physician (OB/GYN)
Job Description
This is a Direct Hire Opportunity.
Candidates who are entering Federal service may have the possibility for salary negotiations.
Federal civilian healthcare providers are not required to carry medical malpractice liability insurance, as they are protected under the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) while performing their job duties.
Located in the picturesque Flint Hills region of Northeast Kansas, Irwin Army Community Hospital (IACH) at Fort Riley offers a unique setting. The hospital is situated between Junction City (population 25,000) and Manhattan (population 57,000), both of which provide a wealth of outdoor activities, including fishing, hiking, swimming, and exploration!
Experience the excitement of Big XII college sports and entertainment at Kansas State University in Manhattan, along with a vibrant nightlife. Travel is convenient with the Manhattan Regional Airport for local flights and Kansas City International Airport for international travel. Manhattan has received accolades for its quality of life, including:
• Ranked #3 among Best Small Places for Business and Careers (Forbes)
• Listed as a Top 10 Place to Retire (Money Magazine)
• Recognized as one of the Top 50 College Towns in America (Best College Reviews)
• Named a Top 10 Best Place to Retire Young (CNN Money)
• Included in the Top 100 Places to Live in America (Livability)
Join #TeamIACH, your community in the Flint Hills, making Fort Riley the premier location for Soldiers to live, train, deploy, and return home.
Our civilian team members enjoy a comprehensive federal benefits package, which includes:
401k (TSP, with a 5% match)
Retirement pension (FERS, with five years to vest)
Health, life, long-term, vision, and dental insurance for employees and their families
Competitive salaries with regular cost-of-living adjustments and time-in-service increases
Performance-based awards
Paid on-the-job training and development opportunities
Ten paid federal holidays, generous vacation days, and separate sick leave that does not expire
Recruitment and retention incentives
Coverage for relocation expenses
Complimentary parking at the workplace
Access to USO Airport Lounge
Access to MWR services and activities, including childcare options
Eligibility for military service buy-back
Working with the Department of Defense offers numerous benefits, including competitive compensation packages, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment options, and a retirement plan with a Thrift Savings Plan that includes employer matching contributions.
ResponsibilitiesMajor Duties:
Evaluate, diagnose, treat, or prescribe treatment plans for OB/GYN patients, including those with complex cases.
Lead the response to obstetrical and gynecological emergencies.
Conduct advanced colposcopy and manage dysplasia treatment for OB/GYN patients.
Prescribe medications and administer treatments.
Oversee and direct the activities of all personnel during assigned shifts or in the absence of the regular supervisor.
Other duties may be assigned as needed.
QualificationsEligibility: US Citizens
To qualify, candidates must meet the educational and experiential criteria outlined below. Experience includes both paid and unpaid work, such as volunteer roles through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, community, student, or social). All qualifying experience will be credited, including volunteer work. Your resume should clearly detail your relevant experience; if qualifying through education, transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information regarding transcripts is available in this document.
Basic Requirement for Physician:
Degree: A Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from an accredited institution in the United States or Canada. This degree must have been accredited by recognized bodies such as the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association or the Liaison Committee on Medical Education. For foreign medical degrees, education and medical knowledge must be equivalent to accredited U.S. schools, demonstrated by permanent certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates 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: After obtaining 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.
In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must also meet the following qualifications:
Residency Training: Applicants must have successfully completed the necessary accredited residency training in the relevant specialty (Family Medicine) and possess equivalent experience and training totaling at least four years. Experience cannot substitute for the required residency training for the specified specialty.
