Primary Care Savannah SC

Are you a skilled Family Medicine Physician seeking a dynamic and fulfilling career? The Ralph H Johnson VA Healthcare System invites you to become an integral part of our esteemed Primary Care Service Team, dedicated to providing exceptional care to our nation's veterans, in Savannah, GA. You'll have the opportunity to serve those who have served our country, all while advancing your career in a supportive and progressive environment. We are committed to fostering professional growth and ensuring our staff have access to the latest technology and resources. Our Savannah VA outpatient clinic offers primary care and specialty health services, including mental health services, dermatology, gynecology, vision care (ophthalmology), podiatry, and more. We offer convenient, on-site parking and work with Disabled American Veterans and county Veterans Affairs to provide transportation for Veterans and authorized caregivers to attend medical appointments. Here at the VA, we don't treat patients, we serve our nation's Veterans. About Savannah: Savannah Georgia is a charming city, abundant in Spanish moss, graceful architecture and rich history. Savannah is known for fresh cuisine that comes straight from the coast, striking antebellum mansions, manicured gardens, and beautiful parks shaded by towering live oaks. There are approximately 100 neighborhoods located within the city and surrounding areas, each with their own unique Southern characteristics. The Savannah Airport is just 15 miles away from downtown, making business or family trip convenient Job Responsibilities As a staff primary care physician within the North Charleston CBOC, you will provide comprehensive medical care to a panel of adult patients ranging from young adult to elderly. You will work with an integrated, multi-disciplinary healthcare team which includes primary care mental health providers that share responsibility for comprehensive medical and mental health care with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention. • Serve as a primary care staff physician in a busy, dynamic, community outpatient primary care clinic affiliated with the Mental Health Care Line. • Provide comprehensive care to a panel of adult patients, from young adult to elderly with co-occurring mental illness. • Provide care to optimize patient health, work seamlessly with other health care team members and support patient satisfaction initiatives. • Contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, write orders for diagnostic testing, prescribe medications, consult with specialty services, and utilize computerizedelectronic medical records. • Provide patient care in accordance with professional standards, core values and commitment to service excellence. Comprehensive Total Rewards Benefits Package, we offer the following: Competitive Starting Annual Salary:?$ 238,000-270,000. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive up to $15,000 in performance-based pay annually. Furthermore, employees can qualify for Proficiency Awards, which are available in addition to Pay for Performance incentives. Regular salary reviews will occur every two years, and all employees will receive cost-of-living adjustments annually. Education Debt Reduction Program:?This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP),?a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements by VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Continuing Education: As a VA physician, you can earn CME credits at no cost. You can receive $1,000 or more annually and five days of paid absences to attend CME courses (conditions apply). Paid Time Off: You will receive 208 hours or approximately 26 days of annual leave a year. Unlimited accumulation of paid sick time and 11 paid federal holidays will begin accruing upon entry. Workers Compensation:?Consultation, review, referral, and processing support for all employees regarding work-related injuries and occupational illnesses. Liability Protection:?VA physicians are covered under federal tort laws and may be defended by the United States against allegations of malpractice or negligence. Health Insurance: With Federal Employees Health Benefits, choose from a variety of self-or family preferred providers or health maintenance organizations. Dental and Vision Insurance:?Under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program, supplemental dental andor vision benefits are available to you and your family. Flexible Spending Accounts:?Allows you to save tax-advantaged money for health care expenses with a Health Care or Limited Expense Health Care FSA. Think of it as a savings account that helps you pay for items that typically aren't covered by your employee healthcare plan, dental and vision insurance program, or other health insurance coverage. Health Savings Accounts:?A High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) provides traditional medical coverage and a triple-tax-advantaged way to help you build savings for future medical expenses while providing you greater flexibility and discretion over how you use your health care benefits. Life Insurance:?Plan for what's next with Federal Employees Group Life Insurance, which is group term life insurance covering you and eligible family members. Pension:?Your basic annuity is computed based on your length of service and "high-3" average salary and become vested in the Federal Employee Retirement System, BasicDefined Benefit pension after only 5 years of creditable civilian service. Thrift Savings Plan:?A Federal 401k Equivalent with 5 % agency match. Allowing you to contribute up to $23,500 annual elective deferral to your account. Become vested after only 3 years of creditable civilian service.

Created: 2025-10-02