Job Summary
Job Description
Aerospace Medicine Physician (Flight Surgeon) - San Antonio, TX (R10048)
- Location: San Antonio, TX
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Hourly Rate: $137.21/hr
About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.
Position Overview:
Join us as The Aerospace Medicine Physician (Flight Surgeon) who will serve as MAJCOM SGPA, providing consultation and expert recommendations on the management, administration, and oversight of aeromedical programs for the Defense Language Institute-English Language Center (DLIELC). This includes acting as an advisor on the execution of the Aerospace Medicine Enterprise for 11 AETC bases (Altus, Columbus, Goodfellow, Holloman, Joint Base San Antonio, Keesler, Laughlin, Luke, Maxwell, Sheppard, and Vance). The role requires specialized expertise in aerospace medicine standards, military medical regulations, and aeromedical evacuation protocols.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: $137.21/hr
- Comprehensive Benefits.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing - Empowering Healthcare Professionals, Enriching Lives.
Job Responsibilities
The contracted physician will provide comprehensive aerospace medicine expertise including case review and risk assessment for the Force Development Exception to Policy board proceedings. The physician will review compliance of AME programs through the Management Internal Control Toolset and make recommendations on Flying Class physical waivers via the Aeromedical Information Management Waiver Tracking System. Additionally, the physician will provide consultation to the Personnel Reliability Assurance Program and Public Health Emergency Officer plans at AETC bases.
Physical Examination Responsibilities: The physician will review physical examination results and assess aeromedical risk factors for aviation personnel. This includes evaluating medical documentation for completeness and accuracy, recommending appropriate aeromedical dispositions, and ensuring compliance with Air Force and DoD medical standards. The Physician will make recommendations on Flying Class physical waivers and provide medical expertise during aeromedical examinations when required.
Medical Oversight Responsibilities: The position requires providing expert consultation on aeromedical policy implementation across multiple bases. The physician will evaluate medical standards compliance, recommend improvements to aeromedical programs, and assist in developing standardized approaches to common aeromedical issues. The physician will also provide consultation for the Personnel Reliability Assurance Program and support Public Health Emergency Officer plans at AETC bases.
Qualifications
Education: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an approved medical school.
Licensure: Board certification by the American Board of Preventive Medicine (ABPM) in Aerospace Medicine preferred; certification in Family, Occupational, or General Preventive Medicine considered with adequate experience.
Experience: Proficiency with military medical standards and aeromedical programs.
Technical Skills:
Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Proficiency with DoD information systems including MHS Genesis and various aeromedical data systems.
Comprehensive knowledge of military medical standards and regulations, including:
AFI 48-101
DAFMAN 48-123
DAFMAN 48-149
AFI 36-2905
AFI 48-133
DoD 6130.03
Soft Skills: Effective communication skills for conveying complex medical information to diverse audiences.
Working Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 16:30 excluding federal holidays.
Each contract year requires 1,912 hours of physician services, this equates to approximately 37 hours a week. This is considered a Full-Time position. No pre-existing security clearance is required, though background investigations will be initiated.