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Physician- PACT – Primary Care (Mather)

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time primary care physician job at the VA Northern California Health Care System in Mather, CA, part of the Veterans Health Administration. The doctor manages a group of outpatients, treats acute and chronic health problems in clinic, and supervises residents. The announcement is open continuous with 3 vacancies, and it offers a recruitment incentive and possible student loan repayment.

3 vacancies

It may close early. The announcement may close before the closing date if the positions are filled another way. Applications received after the first cut-off date of November 5, 2026 are still accepted, with cut-off dates every 2 weeks.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Only U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the U.S. can apply. Non-citizens may be appointed only when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.

What you would do

  • Coordinate care for a panel of assigned outpatients
  • Evaluate and treat acute and chronic health problems in clinic
  • Perform histories and physical exams
  • Prescribe medications and order lab, imaging and diagnostic tests
  • Communicate test results and next steps to patients
  • Serve as a preceptor (teacher and supervisor) for residents in clinic

Do you qualify for VM-15?

With experience: Applicants must complete residency training approved by the VA in an accredited core specialty program that leads to board certification eligibility, or meet one of the alternative paths listed in the announcement. Preferred experience includes physician work in primary care, internal medicine or family medicine.

With education: You need a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an approved school, such as one accredited by LCME or COCA. Foreign medical graduates must meet ECFMG eligibility requirements for the year they graduated.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume or C.V. (the 2-page resume requirement does not apply)
  • DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-15 with proof if you claim 10-point veterans' preference

How you will be rated: You are rated on how well you meet the listed qualifications. Your application, resume, and supporting documents will be verified, and errors or omissions may affect consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Submit your C.V. or resume through USAJOBS by the closing date, and include the announcement number CBSW-13102749-27-MHW in the notes field if you cannot apply online.
  • Show your residency training and board status clearly, since these are basic requirements.
  • If you claim veterans' preference, attach your DD-214 and any SF-15 proof before applying.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment incentive (sign-on bonus) authorized. Education Debt Reduction Program (student loan repayment) may be available, up to $200,000. Former EDRP participants are not eligible. Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement for full-time, board-certified physicians. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship, with limited exceptions
  • Pass a drug test before appointment, and random drug testing after appointment
  • Selective Service registration for men born after 12/31/1959
  • Proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background or security investigation
  • Online onboarding and acceptable identification (REAL ID required)
  • Pre-employment physical, TB testing and immunizations
  • Participate in the seasonal flu vaccination program
  • Possible probationary period
  • Physical requirements include lifting 15-44 pounds and walking or standing 3-5 hours

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$255,000 – $290,000 per year
Pay scale and grade
VM-15 · VA medical and dental
Location
Mather AFB, California
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
3
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Medical Officer (0602)
Announcement
CBSW-13102749-27-MHW

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