Supervisory Physician (Family Practice)
This position is located at the Gallup Indian Medical Center, Gallup Service Unit (GSU), in the Diabetes Program. The primary purpose of the position is to provide Supervisory Physician (Family Practice) services as Chief of the Diabetes Program, directing comprehensive preventive and treatment care for patients with diabetes or at risk for diabetes, and supervising all Diabetes Program staff. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Physician Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Supervises Diabetes Program staff by planning, assigning, prioritizing, and evaluating work; approving leave and schedules; and overseeing staff development and performance. Provides comprehensive diabetes clinical care by examining, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; and coordinating ongoing patient care. Plans, directs, and evaluates Diabetes Program operations to ensure safe, effective, and efficient diabetes prevention and treatment services while leading quality improvement and accreditation activities. Manages program resources and administration by directing the program budget, developing and revising policies and procedures, preparing required reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Serves as the Diabetes Program advisor to executive leadership by providing expertise on diabetes care, representing the program on interdisciplinary committees, and leading grant management and strategic program initiatives.
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service. On-call hours or standby duty may be required. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.