Physician - Infectious Disease jobs in High Point, NC

Explore an exciting opportunity with The Wake Forest Health Network Pulmonology - Westchester team as we eagerly welcome a skilled Physician to join our dynamic team in High Point, North Carolina. This is a team-oriented practice with supportive colleagues and well trained clinical and clerical staff that go the extra mile for their patients. The practice offers a great opportunity for a pulmonology physician who is desiring a comprehensive outpatient practice including a diverse patient population. 

As physicians specializing in pulmonary medicine, we diagnose, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases, sleep disorders, and provide critical care medicine.

Services include:

• Asthma
• Chronic bronchitis
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Emphysema
• Infections like pneumonia and bronchitis
• Lung masses, nodules, and tumors
• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Restrictive lung disease

Highlights:

• This is a 100% outpatient care role, with full-time providers working 36 patient-facing hours and 4 administrative hours.
• Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5pm, plus on-call requirement. 
• You'll have the advantage of strong and well-established community relationships and excellent administrative support. 
• Required rotating coverage for pulmonary consults at High Point Regional Hospital.

The Wake Forest Health Network is a physician-led, non-faculty multispecialty group practice affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where teamwork is valued, and every member plays a vital role in our success. We boast a team-oriented culture that encourages open communication and partnership to provide exceptional patient care within our facilities.

What You’ll Do: 

Physicians work to care for patients in a variety of ways, from treating chronic illnesses to advising about preventative healthcare. While physician specialties might vary, the commonality across specialties is that physicians primarily work to diagnose and treat injuries and illnesses. They often do this by performing physical exams, taking medical histories, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, and recommending a plan of treatment. 

Physician Requirements: 

• Graduation from an accredited medical school as an M.D./D.O.
• Successful completion of residency and at an accredited healthcare institution. 
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License as a current M.D./D.O.
• Board certification in primary care or related field from said residency. 
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) required 
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing required

What We Have to Offer:

• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,500 and 5 additional PTO days/year for Continuing Medical Education.
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Relocation Assistance: Enjoy $10,000 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.
• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries. 

Where You’ll Live: 

The picturesque cities of North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2023.  This includes:

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth. 
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtown and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

When you join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, you are welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing – for all.