Medical Director (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine or Geriatrics) – Post-Acute Care – Southwestern North Carolina - Near Georgia Border
Position Highlights:
- Part-time Medical Director role (2 days/week) in a skilled nursing facility
- Flexible weekday rounding schedule – no minimum hours
- Provide clinical leadership and direct patient care
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and facility staff
- Guide and mentor advanced practice clinicians
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and care coordination
- No primary night call
Job Duties:
- Perform primary care rounding for post-acute and long-term care patients
- Diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
- Conduct case reviews and support APPs with clinical guidance
- Implement treatment plans aligned with patient goals and facility standards
- Contribute to practice growth and operational excellence
Compensation & Benefits:
- Estimated annual compensation: $138,324 – $159,028 (productivity-based, no cap)
- Monthly leadership stipend
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Access to CME, MIPS training, and leadership development resources
- Extensive back-office and EMR support
- Wellness and clinician referral programs
Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum 1 year of primary care experience required
- Experience in post-acute or long-term care a plus
- Active and unrestricted North Carolina medical license (or in process)
- Active DEA registration with prescriptive authority (or in process)
Community Highlights:
- Located in Hayesville, a scenic mountain town in Southwestern North Carolina
- Nestled near Lake Chatuge with access to hiking, boating, and biking
- Just 2 hours north of Atlanta and minutes from the Georgia border
- Rich in Appalachian charm, with a historic downtown and vibrant local culture
- Ideal for physicians seeking a peaceful lifestyle with outdoor recreation and proximity to metro conveniences
