Atrium Health Wake Forest Health seeks an Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician to join our well-established practice in North Wilkesboro. Our stellar practice enjoys low physician turnover, strong APP support, excellent practice management, a diverse patient population, a great mix of procedures, and SCRIBES (Encounter Specialists). OBGYN-Wilks enjoys a longstanding community reputation for high quality care and well-trained physicians. We are known for being innovative and having excellent value based care outcomes.

JOB SUMMARY:

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.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• M.D. from an accredited medical school. Successful completion of residency and at an accredited healthcare institution.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Current M.D. or D.O. license from the State of North Carolina.
• Board certification in primary care or related field from said residency.
• Certification in BCLS, ACLS required if stress tests performed or as required by specialty.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Work with the primary healthcare team to provide patients with primary medical care services within the standard of care for Internal Medicine patients.

2. Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate and called for.

3. Analyze reports, test results, medical records and examinations to diagnose condition of patients and propose treatment options.

4. Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions.

5. Discuss potential side effects of medication/treatment with patients and ensure that all allergy information is up-to-date before prescribing medication/treatment.

6. Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.

7. Adhere to departmental policies, procedures and objectives, ongoing quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

8. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.

9. Record complete, timely and legible medical records.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Typical clinical setting

COMMUNITY:
Love life in North Carolina’s beautiful Wilkesboro. We are a very friendly and family-based community where our patient population is quite diverse. Wilkes County offers the best of both worlds, presented with the flair of true southern hospitality . Residents enjoy a rich quality of life flavored by family-friendly communities (rural, metro, suburban, and mountain living), affordable cost of living with housing costs 31% below the national average, miles of walking and biking trails, prestigious education, and cutting-edge Southern cuisine.

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Wilkes is an outdoors lover's paradise. It provides a small town atmosphere with wonderful amenities, and is located within easy reach of many prominent North Carolina cities. Located just 80 miles from Charlotte, 45 miles from Winston-Salem, 45 miles from Hickory, and 35 minutes from Boone, Wilkes County remains an ideal location for those looking to escape the fast paced world of city living, while remaining close enough to commute for a night out on the town.