We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Medicine Physician to provide high-quality primary care at our Ellerbe location. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive, patient-centered environment within a well-established health care system that values both professional excellence and work-life balance.
- Hospital-employed, 100% outpatient. Hospitalist service offers strong consult, inpatient and direct admit support. Easy access to specialists. Dedicated referral center.
- Protected admin time, low volume call.
- Join an established team of 1 physician and 1 APP, providing care for a well-managed patient panel.
- System-wide urgent care clinics provide after-hours and weekend services to your patients. Walk-in convenience, strong referral source.
- Integrated Epic EMR including Abridge.
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package:
- Minimum starting base of $240k with a 2-year guarantee
- Enriched loan repayment + enriched sign-on bonus
- 10% quality bonus, potential for productivity incentive
- 501(c)(3) status provides eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Paid time off benefits
- Health, life and disability benefits
- 3 retirement savings plans – 401a, 403b with match, 457b
- Relocation stipend
- Paid malpractice with tail coverage
- CME allowance, reimbursement for DEA and licensure
- Wellbeing resources
- Free fitness center membership
- Paid Parental Leave
About FirstHealth of the Carolinas:
- Financially stable health care system with four hospitals, primary and convenient care clinics, occupational health services, dental centers, home health, hospice & palliative care, fitness centers, a robust philanthropic Foundation, and more.
- Our hospitals and clinics are consistently recognized for patient safety and performance excellence:
- Forbes has ranked FirstHealth 9th on its list of the Top 100 Employers in North Carolina, making us the highest-ranked health system in the state.
- Business North Carolina Magazine 2023 – Moore Regional Hospital, including the Hoke and Richmond campuses, ranked No. 3 in the “best hospital” ranking and No. 2 in the “patient picks” list.
- Healthgrades 2025 – Outstanding Patient Experience Award. FirstHealth has received this award for the last 18 consecutive years.
- US. News & World Report – ranked in the top 5 hospitals in North Carolina (includes Hoke and Richmond campuses).
- Moore Regional Hospital, including the Hoke and Richmond campuses, ranks in Money’s Best Hospitals 2024 List.
- Join us on our journey to zero harm and the best place to work in healthcare!
About the Community:
- Ellerbe is an ideal location for providers who enjoy smaller communities with a family-centered environment.
- Just 30 minutes from the tri-cities (Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen) which has been selected by POLICOM as North Carolina’s #1 strongest Micropolitan for 7 years running.
- Richmond County is rich in cultural arts, with outdoor concerts, community theater, and several museums.
- In addition to the many outdoor activities available at Hinson Lake (walking trails, fishing, canoeing, and picnic areas), the area is home to the Rockingham Dragway, famous for year-round racing excitement.
- Good private and public-school options.
- Temperate climate allows for outdoor activities to be enjoyed year-round.
- Two hours to the crystal waters of the Atlantic coast or three hours to the rugged Appalachian Mountains.
- Easy access to major international airports.
Qualifications:
- Completion of an ACGME/AOA-certified Family Medicine residency program and board certification/eligibility required.
- Clean background, unrestricted NC medical licensure, NC DEA and AHA BLS certification.
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