Primary Care Physician - VA Clinic Middletown RI: sign-On Bonus, VA Student LoanRepayment

Job Description

Job Description

PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN

MIDDLETOWN VA CLINIC

MIDDLETOWN, RI

Our organization is in search of a committed Primary Care Physician to become part of our team at the Middletown, RI outpatient clinic, dedicated to serving the brave individuals who have defended our country. This full-time role operates Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing an excellent work-life balance and the chance to significantly impact the lives of Veterans.

Position Highlights & Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Primary Care: Assess and manage a wide variety of acute and chronic health issues, perform physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and create patient management strategies.

• Multi-Disciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate within a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) that includes an RN care manager, LPN, clinical pharmacist, psychologists, and social workers to provide coordinated, holistic care.

• Education & Mentorship: Instruct and guide medical students, residents, and other learners, nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

• Integrated Support Services: Operate within a system that ensures easy access to social work, travel assistance, housing, and pharmacy services—eliminating the need for pre-authorizations or multiple formularies.

• Small-Clinic Feel, Large-System Resources: Choose to work at the main facility with a large academic atmosphere or at one of our smaller community clinics. Regardless, enjoy the camaraderie and patient-centered focus typical of a small clinic, supported by the extensive resources and stability of a comprehensive healthcare network.

• Documentation & Compliance: Utilize an interoperable electronic health record (EHR) that integrates seamlessly with the Department of Defense and other federal partners, enhanced with advanced technology—including AI tools—to facilitate high-quality, efficient patient care and enable thorough population health analysis.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a strong salary, a federal retirement plan, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, along with generous paid time off that includes all federal holidays.

• Job Security: As part of the federal government, we offer unparalleled job stability and security.

• Professional Growth: Benefit from continuous training, career advancement, and leadership opportunities within the largest integrated healthcare system in the nation.

• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): A student loan reimbursement initiative offering up to $200,000.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable weekday schedule with no weekend or overnight shifts, no on-call duties, and generous leave allowances.

• Rewarding Mission: Contribute to the well-being of our nation's Veterans, their spouses, and survivors.

Ideal Candidate

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.

• Dedicated to team-oriented, patient-centered care.

• Enthusiastic about teaching and mentoring.

• Committed to serving Veterans with compassion and excellence.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, hold an M.D. or D.O. degree, possess at least one year of Primary Care experience, and have a full, active, and unrestricted medical license.

Take the next step in your career by joining our organization and making a lasting difference in the lives of Veterans while enjoying all that Providence and Rhode Island have to offer!

Middletown, RI, provides an ideal combination of professional opportunities and a coastal lifestyle. Just a short drive from historic Newport, this area is known for its family-friendly environment, excellent schools, low crime rates, and abundant outdoor activities, including Second ("Sachuest") Beach, Third Beach, trails, parks, and wildlife refuges like Sachuest Point. With well-appointed neighborhoods, a strong sense of community, and easy access to Newport's world-class dining, cultural events, Gilded-Age mansions, and waterfront activities, Middletown offers a uniquely balanced setting: supportive, serene living with quick access to vibrant urban amenities—perfect for clinicians seeking both a fulfilling career and an engaging lifestyle.

Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Eligible: The EDRP is a student loan reimbursement program valued at up to $200,000, with eligibility requirements applicable.

In addition to competitive pay, generous leave, and liability protection, we offer robust benefits and retirement plans—without employment contracts or restrictions on moonlighting.

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and adheres to federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

To apply, please submit your CV.