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Okinawa, Japan

Physician - Okinawa, Japan - DHA Contract

Family MedicineFull-Time

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

About Valor Healthcare

Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – including those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to government service.

We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes.

Valor is different because of our people.

Our leadership team is comprised of veterans, clinicians, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and world-class patient experience.

Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none.

Location: Services will be on-site in Okinawa, Japan.

Relocation option available.

Position Summary

The Physician will provide care to military members at the Defense Health Agency (DHA). DHA is a joint, integrated Combat Support Agency that enables the Army, Navy, and Air Force medical services to provide a medically ready force to Combatant Commands in both peacetime and wartime.

The DHA uses the principles of Ready Reliable Care to advance high reliability practices across the Military Health System by improving our system operations, driving innovative solutions, and cultivating a culture of safety.

Core Duties

Perform a full range of physician services in accordance with privileges granted by the Military Treatment Facility (MTF).

Direct, perform, or assist in the instruction of other health care professionals within the scope of the clinical privileges or responsibilities.

Examine, diagnose, treat or prescribe courses of treatment within the scope of training, experience, and privileges.

Provide preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, and self-care skills through education and counseling.

Order diagnostic tests as applicable as well as request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated.

Technically proficient in directing and teaching other medical staff, providing educational lectures and participating in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Such direction and interaction will adhere to Government and professional clinical standards and accepted clinical protocols

Requirements

Shall have an active and unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in ANY of the 50 United States or its territories. Degree: Master's degree in Social Work (MSW).

Must Be a United States Citizen

Degree: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.).

Education

Graduation from a medical school in the United States, Canada, or approved by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education of the American Medical Association (AMA), graduation from a college of osteopathy approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), or graduation from a medical school with evidence of Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification.

Certification: The DoD only recognizes certifications issued by boards that are members of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) or the AOA Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists; Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine or Internal Medicine

Internship/Residency/Fellowship: Completion of an accredited residency approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

Experience: A minimum of 1 years experience post-residency in a Primary Care setting.

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors, including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician will provide a full range of medical services to military members at the Defense Health Agency in Okinawa. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating patients, providing preventive care, and instructing other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient CareDiagnosisTreatment PlanningClinical Instruction

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

Valor Healthcare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 61 active listings.

Of the 50 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 54% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

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Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in family medicineranked against 2,613 Family Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedFamily Medicine median $275k (middle half $248k–$315k)140 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 54% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Physician listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 11% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Family Medicine hiring demand#10 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 days · 31% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 857 postings, 907 closed
New Family Medicine listings1,732 in the last 30 days1,432 the 30 days before (+21%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Family Medicine pay trend+1.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Valor Healthcaresilver tier, 77/100Top Employers work-life index61 active listings
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Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Okinawa, Japan - DHA Contract at Valor Healthcare a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Family Medicine — ranked against 2,613 active Family Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

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