Primary Care Physician Needed, Lancaster, CA – Affordable, Beautiful Community

The Greater Los Angeles VA is seeking Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) for Antelope Valley Community Based Clinic, located in Lancaster, CA. PCPs will lead patient-centered medical homes, providing preventative and longitudinal care to veterans alongside multidisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals.

Duties include screening for mental health concerns such as PTSD, depression, and substance-use disorders; diagnosing and managing acute and chronic illnesses; and addressing gender-specific health needs. PCPs will evaluate and treat uncomplicated mental health and substance-use disorders, coordinate specialty care as needed, and provide preventive care, including cancer screenings, immunizations, and weight management counseling. Successful candidates will be part of a multidisciplinary team involving nurses, social workers, integrated mental health providers, and pharmacists, ensuring holistic care tailored to each Veteran’s needs. The GLA VA Healthcare System is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Opportunities exist for an academic appointment at UCLA as a clinician-educator to teach medical students, internal medicine residents and other trainees. Previous experience in teaching is preferred for clinics that are part of academic training programs. All qualified applicants, including women and minorities, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine

• Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license from any state or US territory.

• Must have completed residency in an accredited core specialty

• Preferred minimum of 5 years of practice, but not required.

• Must be Board Certified

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am-4:30pm | 12-15 Patients per clinical day

Benefits and Features: The VA offers all employees industry leading full benefits and features package to support high quality professional practice & favorable work-life-family balance. The VA package includes:

• Competitive Salary Range: $250,000-$270,000 + up to $15,000 annual performance-based award, final salary determination within this range. Recruitment incentive available.

• Paid Time Off:50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)

• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.

• Benefits Include: Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, Thrift Savings Plan (401K) with 5% salary match, Survivor Benefits etc.

• Continuing education: Up to $1,000 annually

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program: VA employees are eligible.

• Education Debt Reduction Program is Authorized: Reimbursement program that repays qualifying student loan debt up to $200,000 tax-free for up to five years, or service periods

• Service without strings: No employment contracts, noncompete clauses, restrictive covenants, or other significant restrictions on outside work.

About Lancaster: Lancaster, California, offers a unique blend of affordability, natural beauty, and a strong sense of community, making it an excellent place to call home. Nestled in the scenic Antelope Valley, Lancaster boasts stunning desert landscapes, clear blue skies, and vibrant sunsets. Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation at the nearby Angeles National Forest and Joshua Tree National Park, as well as local gems like the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve. The city is family-friendly, with excellent schools, a thriving arts scene, and events like the California Poppy Festival. Its proximity to Los Angeles allows for big-city amenities without the hustle and cost, providing a more relaxed and affordable lifestyle. Whether you’re drawn to nature, culture, or community, Lancaster offers a warm, welcoming environment for all.