OPS Physician

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking multiple Physicians in the Department of Student Health Services. - Boca Raton, FL.

Student Health Services at Florida Atlantic University invites applicants for a temporary part-time Physician. Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Student Health Services is located in beautiful Boca Raton with additional smaller campuses in Jupiter and Davie. FAU is an exciting and dynamic school that is rapidly growing. At FAU SHS, we seek to provide high quality, culturally competent care in a manner that is respectful, fiscally responsible, and developmentally appropriate. We combine a wide range of medical, counseling, preventative, and wellness services to help students remain healthy and succeed academically. 

Summary of Responsibilities Include: 

• Obtains appropriate medical history and performs accurate physical examination. 

• Comforts with acute medical care, primary care, and chronic disease management. 

• Experience with basic primary care procedures such as laceration repairs and pap smears. 

• Orders and correctly interprets appropriate diagnostic studies to assist with management. 

• Develops an appropriate assessment and treatment plan consistent with findings and utilizes medication and other treatment modalities appropriately. 

• Provides education and information on the diagnosis and treatment plan including appropriate preventive and health enhancement strategies and actions. 

• Refers for additional consultation, evaluation, and treatment when clinically indicated. 

• Practices within the scope of privileges and licensure. 

• Uses evidence-based strategies to guide diagnosis and treatment. 

• Adheres to policies and established workflows for delivery of patient care. 

Boca Raton – Main Campus

OPS physicians will serve as the Provider of the Day and will:

• Serve as the primary clinical resource for nurses, NPs, and PAs, providing guidance and support for clinical questions.
• Provide clinical support and coverage for day-to-day OPS operations.

Jupiter – Satellite Campus

OPS physicians will provide support for:

• OPS provider inbox coverage, including addressing clinical questions and follow-up needs.
• Inventory support, including assisting with inventory-related needs and coordination.

FAU Benefits and Perks 

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers: 

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more. 

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. 

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 

• Sick Leave Pool Program. 

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion). 

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day 

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply). 

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php 

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Minimum Qualifications:

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution or college of osteopathic medicine required.

Unrestricted MD or DO License to practice in state of Florida by date of hire.

Board certification in internal medicine, medicine-pediatrics, or family practice.

DEA registration.

Current BLS certification.

Experience using electronic health records.

Demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent care for diverse population.

Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Highly effective problem solving and decisions making skills.

The provider must be willing to travel between the Main Campus in Boca Raton and the satellite campus in Jupiter, as needed.

Salary:

$115 hourly.

Other Personnel Services (OPS)

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs: Student Health Services

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Application Deadline:

2026-10-07

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.