Emergency Medicine in the United States Army - Full-time

As an Emergency Physician, you’ll examine, diagnose, and treat Soldiers and their Families in critical times of need. You’ll lead medical units, perform potentially life-saving medical care, and start your medical career as an Officer in the distinguished U.S. Army healthcare community.

You’ll also research the latest advancements in medicine and receive advanced training opportunities.

• Loan Repayment: Receive $120,000 in student loan repayment in $40,000 annual payments to qualifying federal student loans paid directly to the lending institution through the Active Duty Health Professions Loan Repayment Program (ADHPLRP).
• Sign-on Bonus: $300,000 signing (accession) bonus plus $49,000 incentive pay annually
• Location: Over 40 locations stateside and several more overseas, including Hawaii, Alaska, Italy, Germany, and Korea.
• Time Off: 30 days paid vacation annually plus over 20 days for federal holidays and "Days of no Scheduled Activities."
• Practice True Medicine: No malpractice insurance premiums, no overhead costs, no dealing with insurance companies, no productivity goals.
• Insurance: No-cost healthcare and dental insurance for you. Low-cost healthcare and dental insurance for your family.
• Housing and food stipend.
• Travel opportunities, to include humanitarian missions.
• Flexible retirement plan for 20 years of service.

The role requires:

• Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school
• Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico
• US Citizenship
• Eligibility for board certification.

Service and Patriotism: As an Army physician, you have the privilege of serving your country and providing medical care to those who defend it. This sense of service and patriotism is a unique aspect of being an Army physician.

Leadership Opportunities: The Army provides unparalleled leadership and team-building experiences. You’ll lead medical units and make critical decisions that can impact the health and well-being of our soldiers and their families.

Cutting-Edge Medicine: The Army is at the forefront of medical research and innovation. As an Army physician, you will have access to the latest advancements in medicine and state-of-the-art technology.

Education and Training: The Army offers numerous opportunities for continuing education and advanced training. This can help you stay ahead in your field and provide the best care to your patients.

Financial Benefits: The Army offers competitive pay and benefits, including comprehensive health care and retirement plans, and financial support for continuing education.

Being a physician is both noble and rewarding. Becoming an Army physician offers a unique blend of service, leadership, innovation, education, and financial stability that is hard to match in civilian practice. It’s not just a job, but a calling that offers the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of our soldiers and their families.