Primary Care Physician - VA Providence Healthcare System: VA Student Loan Repayment
Primary Care Physician - VA Providence Healthcare System: VA Student Loan Repayment at Department of Veterans Affairs — Providence, Rhode Island, US
- Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
- Location: Providence, Rhode Island, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Salary: USD 275000–310000 / year
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN
VA PROVIDENCE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
PROVIDENCE, RI
The Providence VA Healthcare System is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our team and serve the men and women who have served our nation. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, offering an exceptional work-life balance and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Veterans.
Position Highlights & Responsibilities
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Comprehensive Primary Care : Diagnose and treat a broad range of acute and chronic conditions, conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop patient management plans.
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Multi-Disciplinary Teamwork : Collaborate within a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) including an RN care manager, LPN, clinical pharmacist, psychologists, and social workers to deliver coordinated, wrap-around care.
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Education & Mentorship: Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and other learners, fostering the next generation of clinicians.
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Integrated Support Services: Work in a system that provides seamless access to social work, travel assistance, housing, and pharmacy services-without the hassles of pre-authorizations or multiple formularies.
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Small-Clinic Feel, Large-System Resources: Choose to work at the main facility with a large academic-center feel, or one of our small community clinics. Either way, enjoy the collegiality and patient-centered focus of a small clinic, backed by the resources and stability of VA's comprehensive healthcare network.
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Documentation & Compliance: Utilize an interoperable electronic health record (EHR) that connects seamlessly with the Department of Defense and other federal partners, enhanced with advanced technology-including AI tools-to support high-quality, efficient day-to-day patient care and enable robust population-level health analysis.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Why Work at the VA?
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Competitive Compensation & Benefits : Enjoy a strong salary, federal retirement plan, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and generous paid time off including all federal holidays.
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Job Security: As part of the federal government, the VA offers unmatched job stability and security.
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Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training, career advancement, and leadership opportunities within the nation's largest integrated healthcare system.
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The Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program payment of up to $200,000).
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Work-Life Balance: Predictable weekday schedule with no weekend or overnight shifts, no call, and generous leave allowances.
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Rewarding Mission: Make a difference by providing care to our nation's Veterans, their spouses and survivors.
Ideal Candidate
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Board-certified or board-eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
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Committed to team-based, patient-centered care
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Passionate about teaching and mentoring
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Dedicated to serving Veterans with compassion and excellence
U.S. Citizenship; M.D. or D.O.; at least one year of Primary Care experience, and a full, active, and unrestricted license are required.
Take the next step in your career-join the Providence VA Healthcare System and make a lasting difference in the lives of Veterans, while enjoying all that Providence and Rhode Island have to offer!
Why Rhode Island?
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Affordable & Vibrant City: Providence offers a significantly more affordable cost of living compared to other regional cities, with dynamic downtown, excellent restaurants, bars, and community events.
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Cultural & Educational Hub: Home to prestigious institutions like Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design, Providence boasts rich educational and cultural opportunities.
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Diverse & Welcoming Community: Enjoy a culturally diverse environment and a strong sense of community.
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Convenient Location: Benefit from a robust transportation system and easy access to beaches, parks, and New England attractions.
Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Eligible: EDRP is a student loan reimbursement program valued at up to $200,000. Eligibility requirements apply.
In addition to competitive pay, generous leave, and liability protection, the VA provides robust benefits and retirement plans-without employment contracts or moonlighting restrictions.
VA Providence Healthcare System does not discriminate in employment and follows federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.
To apply, submit your CV to:
Jennifer Manfredi, MBA
Physician-Provider Recruiter
Contact Information Jennifer Manfredi, Jennifer.Manfredi@va.gov, 508-846-6089