What are the responsibilities and job description for the Military Service - U.S. Air Force, Surgeon position at Military Service - U.S. Air Force?
This job requires military service with a contract as a commissioned officer in the Air Force. The application is for a specific position within the Air Force.
Position Summary
Sometimes the only way to diagnose, repair or treat medical problems is through surgery. Specializing in operating room procedures, Surgeons provide critically intricate care specific to the needs of each patient. Whether they operate as a general surgeon or focus on a specialized area such as cardiac or pediatric surgery, these highly trained professionals play an important role in ensuring the health and well-being of every single one of their patients.
Primary Responsibilities
- Educate interns and residents in surgical procedures
- Coordinate surgical operation with anesthesiologist
- Assist specialists in performing surgery
- Treat diseases and injuries by surgical means
- Examine patients, x-rays and lab tests to determine the best procedures for pre- and postoperative care
Benefits
- Up to 30 days of vacation with pay each year
- Excellent healthcare coverage for you and your family
- Food and housing allowance
- A generous retirement program from day one of your service
- World class job/technical training that will make you competitive in any field
- Financial benefits to help you pay for college/higher education
Qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine
- Completion of a residency or fellowship in surgery
- Completion of additional residency or fellowship related to subspecialty
- Completion of 5.5-week Commissioned Officer training course
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 48
About the Air Force
The mission of the U.S. Air Force is to fly, fight and win—airpower anytime, anywhere. We offer over 200 careers ranging from healthcare to engineering and we live by three core values: integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. Join us and see how far you’ll go.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $57,088.25 per year
Work Location: On the road
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement PlanSalary : $57,088