Aerospace Physician
Randolph Afb, Texas, United States
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Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Internal Medicine
Degree Required MD/DO Residency/Fellowship/Externship
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Inpatient Outpatient
Location Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/01/24
Aerospace Medicine Specialists/Flight Surgeons are primary care physicians for pilots and crew members traveling in air or space. These physicians discover, prevent and manage the various physiological responses that result from encountering exceptional environments, enabling our Airmen to stay in peak condition and continue their jobs in the air.
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Job Responsibilities

Conduct medical examinations and provide care for air and missile crews
Determine fitness for flying and special duties as well as evaluating living and working environments to detect and control health hazards
Regularly participate in flying missions to observe and advise on aeromedical issues
Develop and manage preventive medicine programs, including the education of flight personnel in healthy lifestyles
Establish procedures for managing casualties in aviation accidents and other disasters
Provide advice on aeromedical evacuation and serve on aviation mishap investigation boards
Serve as the liaison between flying squadrons and medical services

Qualifications

Board eligible
Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday