Medical Corps Officer

Position Overview

Serve your country as a part-time physician without the need to relocate. As a Navy Physician and Officer in the Navy Medical Corps, you will deliver high-quality medical care to Sailors, Marines, service members, and their families. Enjoy an accelerated career track with advanced, Navy-funded training as well as opportunities to participate in humanitarian relief efforts both stateside and globally. Focus solely on the practice of medicine with no start-up costs, malpractice insurance, staffing, or office management concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose ailments, treat injuries, and manage patient care to save lives.
• Lead and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary Navy healthcare team, including military doctors and healthcare officers.
• Engage in advanced training and gain valuable management experience that enhances your career.
• Participate in both stateside and international assignments during scheduled drilling and annual training.

Required Qualifications

• Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with a permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
• Requirements: Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.
• Qualifications: Eligibility for board certification and completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship.
• Between 21 and 42 years of age (waivers granted on a case-by-case basis up to age 68).
• U.S. citizenship (non-waivable).

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Earn excellent compensation in an established, thriving practice.
• Manageable patient ratios that facilitate high-quality, one-on-one care.
• Navy-funded advanced training and leadership development opportunities.
• Flexible schedule with part-time reservist drilling that complements your civilian practice.
• Repayment of qualified education loans, Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits, and enrollment in the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System.
• Comprehensive benefits including no-cost or low-cost medical and dental care, 30 days of paid vacation, MWR privileges, commissary and exchange benefits, VA Home Loan, and additional military discounts.