Family Medicine Physician

Family Medicine physician job in Washington : MAJOR DUTIES: The presence of multiple chronic processes complicates diagnosis and treatment, thus requiring the training and experience of a board certified specialist in family practice. 1. Serves as a Family Physician, Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. Examines active duty, family members and other authorized beneficiaries to determine the presence and extent of diseases and conditions. Administers appropriate care and or referral of cases requiring hospitalization or subspecialty care. May perform the following procedures: Vasectomy, reduction of simple fractures, Lumbar Puncture, emergency deliveries, Endometrial biopsy, joint aspiration/injection, Procto sigmoidoscopy, ECG performance and initial interpretation, interpretation of basic radiographs, insertion/removal of IUD, regional anesthesia, splinting/casting/immobilization of simple fractures, crisis intervention, and advanced cardiac life support. 2. Reviews physical requirements and conducts physical examination of various categories of military and civilian personnel. On the basis of established guides as to physical requirements to be met, determines individual qualifications. 3. May supervise medical students/externs, residents and other non-professional health care providers when needed. This responsibility includes medical records reviews, consultative services, and direct observation of provider. Documentation of non-professional health care provider's supervision will be in accordance with Army Regulation 40-48 and other applicable guidance. Performs other duties as assigned.