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Posted May 25, 2026

Physician (OB/GYN)

Defense Health Agency
Fort Riley North, KS, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

This is a Direct Hire Opportunity.
Salary discussions may be open for candidates who are entering Federal service for the first time.
Medical malpractice liability insurance is not a requirement for federal civilian healthcare professionals, as they are protected under the Federal Tort Claims Act (28 U.S.C. § 1346(b)) while performing their job duties.

Located in the scenic Flint Hills region of Northeast Kansas, our facility at Fort Riley offers a unique setting. Positioned between Junction City (population 25,000) and Manhattan (population 57,000), the area is rich in outdoor activities, providing endless opportunities for fishing, hiking, swimming, and exploration!

Experience the excitement of Big XII college sports and entertainment at Kansas State University in Manhattan, along with a vibrant nightlife. Travel is convenient with the Manhattan Regional Airport for local flights and Kansas City International Airport for international journeys. Manhattan has received accolades for its exceptional quality of life, including:

  • #3 on Forbes' list of Best Small Places for Business and Careers
  • Top 10 Places to Retire according to Money Magazine
  • Top 50 College Towns in America as per Best College Reviews
  • Top 10 Best Places to Retire Young according to CNN Money
  • Top 100 Places to Live in America as noted by Livability

Join #TeamIACH, your home in the Flint Hills, making Fort Riley the premier location for Soldiers to live, train, deploy from, and return to.

Our civilian team members enjoy a comprehensive federal benefits package that includes:

  • 401k (TSP, with a 5% match)
  • Retirement pension (FERS, with five years to vest)
  • Health, life, long-term, vision, and dental insurance for employees and their families
  • Competitive salaries with regular cost-of-living adjustments and increases based on service time
  • Performance-based awards
  • Paid training and professional development opportunities
  • Ten paid federal holidays, generous vacation days, and separate sick leave that does not expire
  • Incentives for recruitment and retention
  • Coverage for relocation expenses
  • Complimentary parking at the workplace
  • Access to USO Airport Lounge
  • Availability of childcare services and activities

Working with the Department of Defense offers numerous advantages, including competitive pay packages, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment options, and a retirement plan with Thrift Savings Plan that includes employer matching contributions.

Responsibilities

Key Duties:

  • Conduct examinations, diagnose, treat, or prescribe treatment plans for OB/GYN patients, including those with complex cases.
  • Act as the team leader during obstetrical and gynecological emergencies.
  • Perform advanced colposcopy and manage dysplasia treatment for OB/GYN patients.
  • Administer medications and prescribe treatments.
  • Oversee and direct the activities of all personnel during assigned shifts or in the absence of the regular supervisor.

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

Eligibility: Open to US Citizens

To qualify, candidates must meet the educational and experiential criteria outlined below. Experience includes both paid and unpaid roles, such as volunteer work through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, community, student, social). All qualifying experience, including volunteer work, will be considered. Your resume should clearly detail your relevant experience; if qualifying through education, transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Basic Requirements for Physicians:

  • Degree: A Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or equivalent from an accredited institution in the United States or Canada. This degree must be recognized by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association, the Association of American Medical Colleges, the Liaison Committee on Medical Education, or the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation of the American Osteopathic Association, or another accrediting body acknowledged by the U.S. Department of Education at the time of graduation. A foreign medical degree must demonstrate equivalency to accredited U.S. schools, evidenced by permanent certification from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, a fifth pathway certificate for Americans who completed premedical education in the U.S. and graduate education abroad, or successful completion of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination.
  • Licensure: Candidates must hold a current, active, full, and unrestricted license or registration as a Physician from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a U.S. territory.
  • Graduate Training: After obtaining a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, candidates must have at least one year of supervised clinical experience, such as a one-year internship or the first year of a residency program in an accredited hospital or institution.

In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must also fulfill the following qualification criteria:

  • Residency Training: Applicants must have successfully completed accredited residency training in the relevant specialty (Family Medicine) and possess equivalent experience and training totaling at least four years. Experience cannot substitute for the required residency training for the specified specialty.

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