About Us:
Upperline Health is one of the nation's largest specialty physician practices providing comprehensive care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of changing specialty care, we deliver a more coordinated approach for patients with chronic and complex conditions by integrating specialty and primary care.
We're seeking a compassionate, mission‑driven Primary Care Physician in Starke, FL to help shape the future of complex chronic care.
About the Opportunity:
This position provides a unique outpatient-only opportunity to practice within a multidisciplinary care model designed to proactively manage primary care needs along with Chronic Disease Management. Upperline Health providers coordinate patients' care among a team of specialists - Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons, Primary Care Physicians, Endocrinologists, Advanced Practice Providers, Care Navigators, Pharmacists, Dieticians, and Social Workers for integrated treatment that addresses patients' immediate and long-term health needs. We put patients at the center of value-based care. This is a unique role designed for physicians who want more than traditional primary care.
- Predictable hours and a sustainable workload; Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
- The ability to impact long-term outcomes, not just treating symptoms
- As Upperline continues to expand its innovative approach to complex chronic care, this role offers career growth, leadership development, and partnership opportunities.
What you'll do:
- Deliver comprehensive primary care services, including preventive care, acute illness treatment, and management of chronic conditions.
- Lead patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and evidence‑based treatment plans.
- Manage and coordinate care in partnership with specialists and advanced care teams.
- Order, review, and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging.
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and preventive health strategies.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
- Collaborate with nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in a collaborative, quality‑driven, value‑based care model.
Experience and Qualifications
- Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine required
- Successful completion of accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency program required
- Board certification or board eligibility required
- Medical license required - active license preferred or the ability to obtain within applicable timeframe
- Possession of DEA registration or eligibility required
- BLS certification and maintenance
- Open to experienced or new graduate providers
Compensation & Benefits
- Market leading pay
- Competitive benefits - comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401K (matching), PTO and parental leave
- Medical malpractice, licensure and board dues paid annually
- CME expense allotment
- Robust onboarding and mentorship from leadership with continuous professional development