Physician - Family Medicine - Primary Care Physician- Full Time
@ Defense Health AgencyDefense Health Agencydefensehealthagency.com
Physician - Family Medicine - Primary Care Physician- Full Time
Fort Knox, Hardin County, KY
Posted today
About the job
A family medicine role in Kentucky focusing on outpatient care, team leadership, patient-centered models, policy adherence, and emergency response within a military healthcare setting.
Requirements
- Medical license in Kentucky
- Experience in outpatient care
- Team leadership skills
- Knowledge of care coordination
- Crisis management ability
Qualifications
- Medical degree (MD or DO)
- Board-certified in Family Medicine
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to train and lead teams
- Commitment to CME and policy compliance
Full job description
Family Medicine physician employment in Kentucky : Serve as the Primary Care Optimization (PCO) Clinical Lead:Direct and deliver full-spectrum, "cradle-to-grave" outpatient care. You will independently manage a diverse panel of beneficiariesfrom newborns to geriatricsaddressing complex, interdependent acute illnesses and chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular conditions). Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Medical Staff:Provide vital clinical guidance and consultative support to a multidisciplinary team. You will advise mid-level providers (Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants), nursing staff, and medical technicians on optimal care pathways and triage protocols for urgent, emergent, and routine clinical presentations. Drive the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Model:Oversee and facilitate all professional care activities within your designated PCMH team. This involves championing a holistic, team-based approach to patient health, ensuring seamless care coordination, emphasizing preventive medicine, and optimizing clinic workflows to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. Maintain Clinical Excellence and Policy Compliance:Actively engage in continuing medical education (CME) to stay at the forefront of medical advancements. You will ensure your clinical practices consistently align with Defense Health Agency (DHA), Military Treatment Facility (MTF), and department-specific protocols, while participating in regular in-service training and peer-review activities. Provide Critical Medical Support During Crises:Function as a vital medical asset during real-world, local emergencies. You will be prepared to respond to MTF-level disaster scenarios, delivering immediate, life-saving primary care and triage during mass casualty events or severe local crises.
Show full description
Similar jobs
- S
Anesthesiology Physician
Sound Physicians · Columbus, Ohio, US
Posted 1 week ago - S
Hospitalist Physician
Sound Physicians · Columbus, Ohio, US
Posted 2 days ago - S
Emergency Medicine Physician
Sound Physicians · Columbus, Ohio, US
Posted 1 week ago - S
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Sound Physicians · Columbus, Ohio, US
Posted 1 week ago - A
Gastroenterology Physician
AMN Healthcare · Columbus, OH, 43215, US
Posted 2 days ago - A
Endocrinology Physician
AMN Healthcare · Columbus, OH, 43215, US
Posted 2 days ago