Part-Time Navy Physician

US Navy Reserve

2 months ago

Palmer Lake, COPart TimeEmergency Medicine

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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

Part-Time Navy Physician at US Navy Reserve in Palmer Lake, CO. Lifestyle: flexible schedule. Benefits: 401k, health benefits, PTO.

Work-Life Balance Factors

Flexible scheduling Manageable workload

Key Responsibilities

Operate as a leader within your focus area and get exposure outside your specialty
Specialized training to become a leader in medicine
You will handle everything a typical physician does, such as diagnosing ailments, treating injuries, and saving lives

Requirements

Experience manageable patient ratios for high-quality, one-on-one care
Receive hands-on experience and Navy-funded advanced training
Gain management experience that will serve you well throughout your career
Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico
Eligibility for board certification
This gives you the flexibility to expand your medical experience in the Navy without compromising your civilian practice at home

Benefits & Compensation

Earn excellent compensation in an established, thriving practice
Join with top healthcare professionals on the highly valued Navy healthcare team
Collaborate with fellow military doctors and other healthcare officers, and partner with International Relief Teams and organizations, such as FEMA, USAID, and Project Hope
PAY & BENEFITS
Repayment of qualified education loans to the lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of 3 years while serving
No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family

Work Schedule

Serve your country as a part-time physician. This position DOES NOT require you to relocate.
Enjoy a flexible schedule that leaves more time for family and personal pursuits
Work a total of one weekend a month/flex drill available to accommodate surgical case rotations
They typically enjoy an accelerated career track, with opportunities to take part in humanitarian relief efforts stateside and around the world
Serving part-time as a Reservist, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods
During monthly drilling, Physicians in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes

Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Part-Time Navy Physician at US Navy Reserve a 5.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as moderate. This places the position in the average range of all Emergency Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Emergency Medicine position at US Navy Reserve 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.

Nationally, Emergency Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $350k, with the typical range spanning $270k to $450k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

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 Palmer Lake, CO.

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5.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Below Average