Flight Surgeon (MD/DO)
Location: Columbus, MS
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
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Decypher, a premier provider of integrated professional, technology, and management solutions, is seeking a dedicated Flight Surgeon (MD/DO) to join our team supporting the Operational Medical Readiness Squadron. This vital full-time position offers the opportunity to deliver expert clinical care to an active-duty population and their families, participate in specialized aeromedical evaluations, and contribute to a culture of operational medical readiness. As a Flight Surgeon (MD/DO), you will engage in a highly collaborative environment, working alongside top medical professionals committed to excellence in healthcare delivery and operational support.
As a valued member of Decypher, you will experience a supportive workplace where expertise, innovation, and commitment to service come together to make a difference. The Flight Surgeon (MD/DO) role is critical in ensuring the medical readiness and health of those serving in demanding operational contexts. If you are a board-certified physician with specialized experience in aerospace medicine or U.S. military flight medicine, we encourage you to consider this exceptional opportunity.
Flight Surgeon (MD/DO) - Summary- Deliver primary and preventive clinical care to active-duty personnel and their families as a Flight Surgeon (MD/DO).
- Perform specialized aeromedical evaluations and medical readiness assessments.
- Engage in operational and administrative responsibilities within a multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in quality improvement, safety reviews, and readiness exercises to drive continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.
- Assess and treat patients by developing diagnostic and therapeutic plans, ordering and interpreting appropriate tests, and making evidence-based clinical decisions.
- Implement treatment protocols, coordinate specialist referrals, and provide comprehensive case management.
- Deliver primary and preventive care, responding to patient inquiries and collaborating with clinic staff as needed.
- Perform medical procedures including Basic Life Support, airway management, cardioversion, minor surgical interventions, wound care, splinting, fracture/dislocation reduction, catheterization, medication administration, cryotherapy, foreign body removal, and venipuncture with laboratory interpretation.
- Conduct operational evaluations such as Preventive Health Assessments, initial certification exams for flyers and special duty personnel, adaptability assessments, and PRP/PSP determinations.
- Make aeromedical dispositions, including waivers and duty status determinations in accordance with established standards and regulations.
- Apply Department of the Air Force and military medical/fitness standards to all relevant patient populations.
- Complete deployment health assessments and support occupational health initiatives.
- Maintain comprehensive medical records and reports in compliance with Air Force Instructions (AFIs), Defense Health Agency (DHA) guidelines, and Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) protocols.
- Serve as a clinical advisor and liaison between flying squadrons and medical services, supporting occupational medicine programs and various committees.
- Participate actively in mass casualty and disease containment exercises to ensure preparedness for emergency situations.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development support.
- Opportunities for career advancement within Decypher's growing healthcare team.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited U.S. or Canadian medical school recognized by appropriate accrediting bodies.
- Current board certification in Aerospace Medicine is highly preferred; alternatively, board certification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Occupational Medicine, or Preventive Medicine with three years of U.S. military Flight Surgeon experience is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS/ALS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are recommended but not required.
- Demonstrated experience of at least 160 hours of direct patient care in the past year.
- Minimum of three years as a privileged flight surgeon at a U.S. military installation within the last decade.
- Familiarity with military medical standards, operational evaluations, and aeromedical disposition processes.
- US Citizenship and an active NACI clearance are required.
- Experienced in military flight medicine, with a strong foundation in clinical and operational aeromedical practices.
- Exhibits excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills within multidisciplinary teams.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Committed to ongoing professional development and upholding the highest standards of patient care and operational readiness.
- This Flight Surgeon (MD/DO) position requires on-site presence and is not authorized for remote or telework arrangements.
- Decypher is devoted to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: Decypher applies equal opportunity policies to all employment decisions and complies fully with federal and state regulations.
- This job description is not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned as required by management.
- Those interested in a meaningful career supporting operational medical readiness are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button today.