Description Specialization Family Medicine without OB
Job Summary
Blue Ridge Health (BRH) is seeking a full-time Primary Care Physician to join their outpatient Blue Ridge Health-Highlands Cashiers clinic in Highlands, North Carolina. Qualified Candidates
Board certified board eligible in family medicine or internal medicine New and experienced physicians encouraged to apply
Please note that this position does not offer visa support
Position Highlights
Flexible scheduling for a 0.8 - 1.0 FTE Outpatient setting with clinic hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Diverse patient population including all ages and mix of payers with a focus on Medicare Medicaid 98% Well supported by a team including: • Licensed Practical Nurse • Certified Medical Assistant • Behavioral Health Counselor • Dietician • Practice Manager • Front Desk staff Call requirement only 3-4 times a year with nurse triage line as first point of contact Collaboration with local hospital Mission Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
Incentive Benefits Package
This is a salaried position employed by BRH
403b matching Health Dental Vision and Supplemental Accident insurance Disability short and long-term and Life insurance FTCA Medical Malpractice Insurance Paid time off including 10 holidays and 26 PTO days CME allowance Signing incentives Federal loan assistance qualified site
About Blue Ridge Health
Blue Ridge Health is a nonprofit system of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) that works closely with communities to meet the ever-changing medical and behavioral healthcare needs of individuals throughout Western North Carolina. BRHs mission is to improve Health and inspire Hope through access to Compassionate Affordable Quality Care. BRH is one of two Teaching Health Centers in North Carolina providing educational training for the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) Family Medicine Residency Program in Hendersonville, which supports 6 residents per year.
About Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is a community hospital serving Macon, Jackson, and the surrounding counties. Located on Highway 64 between the towns of Highlands and Cashiers, the hospital offers:
247 emergency care acute inpatient care rehabilitation as well as long-term care through Eckerd Living Center
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital has 24 beds for acute care services and 80 beds in the Eckerd Living Center. Ambulatory services are also available including therapy services and primary care practices serving both Highlands and Cashiers.
Top Rated US Emergency Department ED Multi-year recipient of Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, arts and culture, live music, shopping, or fine cuisine, western North Carolina offers something for everyone. With over 200 waterfalls and four navigable rivers, hiking trails for all skill levels, fantastic terrain for both road and mountain bikes, it is no surprise that this area is consistently rated one of the top US places to live. Cashiers is known as "The Heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains," located just 20 minutes from Highlands, NC, and 1.5 hours from Asheville, NC. Asheville is known not only for its dynamic food scene and microbreweries but also for ethnic and exotic dining at the areas 250-plus independent restaurants. Residents also enjoy easy access to air travel nearby in Asheville, Charlotte, NC, and Greenville, SC.
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