Family Medicine Physician

Primary Care Physician Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Augusta, GA Category: Non-Exempt Healthcare Physician Services Contract Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Shift: MondayFriday 8:00 AM 4:30 PM 40 hrs/week Location: Augusta, Georgia Headcount: 3 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Physicians About This Opportunity We are seeking a Primary Care Physician for a well-supported VA outpatient clinic in Augusta, Georgia.

This position offers steady weekly income, flexible long-term stability, and an excellent quality-of-life schedule without inpatient duties or call coverage.Highlights: Earn $6,000$6,200 per week 100% outpatient setting No nights, weekends, No Holiday Coverage or call Long-term VA contract Supportive clinical staff and structured schedule Ideal for physicians seeking work-life balanceSchedule & Work Expectations MondayFriday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (no nights) Approximately 40 hours per week per physician Start date: Anticipated assignment beginning July 2026 Patient Population & Care Setting Population: Adult and Geriatric Veterans Care Model: Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) Clinical Environment Includes: Outpatient Primary Care Clinic Preventive and Chronic Disease Management Telehealth and Virtual Care Services

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive primary care in accordance with ACP and AAFP guidelines Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, COPD) Perform preventive screenings and routine health maintenance
• Conduct mental health screenings and coordinate specialty referrals
• Lead care coordination within the PACT team model
• Educate patients on lifestyle modifications and disease prevention strategies Address geriatric care needs, including fall risk and cognitive concerns
• Provide care through both in-person and telehealth modalities
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the VA electronic health record (EHR)
• Review inpatient admissions and ensure proper clinical handoffs Adhere to all VA policies related to patient safety, infection control, and compliance
• Participate in staff meetings, peer reviews, and quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted U.S. Physician License (any state accepted) Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine (ABIM/AOBIM) Eligibility for and successful completion of VA credentialing and privileging
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills
• Proficiency in written and spoken English