Physician (Primary Care)-GP-0602-14
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA as a Primary Care Physician – Federal Benefits, Loan Repayment in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Work in an outpatient clinic to provide a wide range of medical duties, including Primary Care, non-operative Orthopedic Care, and Sports Medicine.
Requirements
- Who May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below.
- Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.
-, Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.
-, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
Benefits & Compensation
- Malpractice insurance covered.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician (Primary Care)-GP-0602-14 at Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Primary Care physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Primary Care — Physician Career Context
This Primary Care position at Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in San Antonio, Texas.
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Primary Care, Non-operative Orthopedic Care, Sports Medicine, Ambulatory Care, Patient Histories, Physical Examinations, Diagnostic Studies Interpretation, Medication Prescribing. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Primary Care role.
Core responsibilities: The physician will work in an outpatient clinic providing primary care, non-operative orthopedic care, and sports medicine, which includes documenting patient histories, ordering diagnostics, prescribing medications, and educating patients in the electronic medical record. Responsibilities also invo...
Benefits package: Competitive Compensation, Paid Time Off, Medical Benefits, Student Loan Repayments, Retirement Package, Thrift Savings Plan, Malpractice Coverage. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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About Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
1mo ago
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