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Leidos is seeking a **Deputy Force Surgeon** to support the MARCENT at **MacDill Air Force Base, FL** . This critical role serves as the **primary liaison for medical communications** between the **Deputy Surgeon, US Forces CENTCOM, and CCSG Specialty Advisors** . The Deputy Force Surgeon will **coordinate bio-surveillance, preventive medicine, and force health protection efforts** for **US MARCENT forces within the CENTCOM AOR** , ensuring alignment with military medical directives and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Provide strategic guidance on **CENTCOM Medical Operational Deployment (MOD)** , ensuring compliance with directives from **CCSG, BUMED, and DHHQ** .

+ Advise on **pharmaceutical and therapeutic protocols** , impacting medical care and logistics within the CENTCOM AOR.

+ Support the **Armed Forces Blood Program** , coordinating the allocation and distribution of **US and non-US blood products** .

+ Oversee updates related to **Global Health Engagement Policy and Operations, Activities, and Investments (OAI)** in collaboration with **US MARCENT G4—Plans, Operations, and Medical Intelligence (POMI) and CCSG** .

+ Conduct independent assessments of **medical intelligence data** regarding OCONUS medical facilities used by **US MARCENT Forces** , informing **medical planning and operational readiness** .

+ Serve as **MOD waiver authority** in the absence of the MARCENT Force Surgeon, managing medical approvals for **operations and exercises** within the CENTCOM AOR.

+ Coordinate the **dissemination of medical intelligence** , tracking **disease trends, injuries, and emerging threats** within the region.

+ Monitor **force health status** and propose solutions to mitigate **medical risks** in theater.

Operational Responsibilities:

+ Maintain **medical privileges** at **6th Medical Group Medical Clinic, MacDill AFB** , conducting exams, **laboratory assessments** , and **radiologic evaluations** to support **force medical readiness** .

+ Provide **clinical support for 4–8 hours per week** , maintaining continuous medical proficiency.

+ Compile and report **LIMDU trackers, Light Duty Trackers, Physical Evaluation Board Trackers, and readiness deficiency reports** to the Force Surgeon.

+ Notify command leadership of **personnel medically restricted** from deployment or duty performance.

+ Coordinate with specialized medical organizations such as:

+ **Defense and Veteran’s Brain Injury Center**

+ **Defense Centers of Excellence**

+ **National Intrepid Center of Excellence**

+ **TRICARE Overseas Program**

+ Oversee **patient tracking for operational control (OPCON) forces** during evacuation from theater, collaborating with **TPMRC and forward medical teams** .

+ Review and advise on **Annex Q medical planning** for all OAI activities affecting **US MARCENT OPCON/TACON forces** .

+ Facilitate attendance at **pre-deployment site surveys** , collaborating with **host nation medical leaders** on treatment and evacuation planning.

+ Assist in **medical command and control** for OAI operations, serving as a liaison for **TRICARE coordination in local treatment and evacuation procedures** .

+ Collaborate with **Defense Health Agency, Headquarters Marine Corps Health Services, BUMED, and Fleet Forces Command** to align policies and training directives with operational requirements.

+ Provide administrative support for MARCENT, including:

+ **Purple Heart boards**

+ **MARCENT Requirements Review Board**

+ **Physical fitness assessments**

+ **Referral coordination with Tampa-based providers**

Basic Qualifications:

+ **Federally credentialed Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner (US Navy/Federal).**

+ **12+ years** of relevant experience.

+ **Active Secret security clearance** .

+ Expertise in **LIMDU and IDES processes** .

+ Familiarity with directives and policies from **Defense Health Agency, Headquarters Marine Corps Health Services, and BUMED** .

+ **2+** **years’ experience** at a **MARFOR and/or Combatant Command-level staff** .

+ Strong understanding of **Componency and interrelationships** between **MARCENT, CENTCOM, and HQMC staffs** .

+ Knowledge of **Middle Eastern geopolitical, religious, and ethnic dynamics** .

+ ​ **Valid U.S. passport** and availability for **short-notice overseas travel** .

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience with **BSO 27 medical planning** for **operational and exercise support** .

+ Prior service on **USCENTCOM (Combatant Command) and MARCENT (MARFOR) level staffs** .

+ Familiarity with **USMC force deployments** to the **CENTCOM AOR** —both historical and planned.

+ **Retired or reserve field-grade officer** .

EIO2024

Original Posting:

June 5, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $112,450.00 - $203,275.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00160476

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.