Internal Medicine VA Medical Center job located in Georgia

• Accepting BC/BE in IM/FM
• No nights, no weekends, no on-call, no holidays
• Immediate opening to start July 1 2026

Primary Care Physician – Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Augusta, GA 

Category: Non-Exempt | Healthcare | Physician Services 
Contract Type: Independent Contractor (1099) 
Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | ~40 hrs/week 
Location: Augusta, Georgia 

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 $26,078 per month, housing support is available with fully furnished options through our partners
• 100% outpatient setting
• No nights, weekends, or call
• Long-term VA contract
• Supportive clinical staff and structured schedule
• Ideal for physicians seeking work-life balance

Schedule & Work Expectations 

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (no nights) 

• Approximately 40 hours per week

• 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

• 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 license honored) 

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine OR Family Practice

• Eligibility for and successful completion of VA credentialing and privileging 

• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills 

• Proficiency in written and spoken English