Medical Doctor (OB-GYN)
Job Description
This is a Direct Hire Opportunity. Candidates who are entering Federal service may have the chance to negotiate their salary. 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.The Irwin Army Community Hospital (IACH) is situated in the picturesque Flint Hills region of Northeast Kansas. It is conveniently located between Junction City (population 25,000) and Manhattan (population 57,000), offering a wealth of outdoor activities such as 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 made easy with the Manhattan Regional Airport for local flights and Kansas City International Airport for international travel. Manhattan has received accolades for its high quality of life, including:• Ranked #3 among Best Small Places for Business and Careers (Forbes)• Listed in the Top 10 Places to Retire (Money Magazine)• Recognized as one of the Top 50 College Towns in America (Best College Reviews)• Featured in the Top 10 Best Places to Retire Young (CNN Money)• Included in the Top 100 Places to Live in America (Livability)Join #TeamIACH, your home in the Flint Hills, making Fort Riley the premier location for Soldiers to live, train, deploy from, and return to.Our civilian staff members are entitled to 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 familiesCompetitive salaries with regular cost-of-living adjustments and increases based on service timePerformance-based awardsPaid training and development opportunitiesTen paid federal holidays, generous vacation days, and separate sick leave that does not expireIncentives for recruitment and retentionCoverage for relocation expensesComplimentary parking at the workplaceAccess to USO Airport LoungeEligibility for MWR services and activities, including childcare optionsEligibility for military service buy-backWorking with the Department of Defense offers numerous advantages, including competitive pay 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 DUTIESEvaluate, diagnose, treat, or prescribe treatment plans for OB/GYN patients, including those with complex and challenging cases.Act as the team leader during obstetrical and gynecological emergencies.Conduct advanced colposcopy and manage dysplasia treatment for OB/GYN patients.Prescribe medications and treatments as necessary.Supervise and guide the work of all personnel during assigned shifts or in the absence of the regular supervisor.ADDITIONAL DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.QualificationsEligibility: US CitizensTo qualify, candidates must meet the educational and experiential criteria outlined below. Experience encompasses both paid and unpaid roles, including volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). All qualifying experience, including volunteer work, will be considered. Your resume should clearly detail your relevant experience; if qualifying through education, transcripts will be required as part of your application. Further information regarding transcripts can be found 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, the Association of American Medical Colleges, the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, or the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association. A foreign medical degree must demonstrate equivalency to accredited U.S. schools, evidenced 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: 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 qualification criteria: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.