Rheumatology | Mid Atlantic College Town | 4-Day Week | Skiing Destination

Job Description

Job Description

Pacific Companies is pleased to present a rare Rheumatology opportunity in the scenic mountain region of North Carolina. This established, all-outpatient practice offers the chance to inherit a well-developed patient panel from a retiring physician, ensuring immediate volume and long-term stability. You will join a collegial two-provider team in a clinic that has served the community since 2008 and maintains an excellent local reputation. The schedule is designed for balance with a four-day work week option, dedicated administrative time, and no call or weekend responsibilities. Physicians benefit from strong RN support, in-office infusion services, and manageable patient volumes that allow you to focus on high-quality care. With a $350K+ compensation (negotiable), productivity incentives, and generous sign-on support, this position offers both financial strength and exceptional lifestyle balance.

Practice Highlights

• Employed Rheumatology position with the state’s #1 ranked health system
• Bread-and-butter Rheumatology
• Four-day work week
• No call and no weekend
• Assume an established patient panel from retiring provider
• Six-month waitlist for new patients
• Infusion chairs in clinic supported by two RNs
• Excellent compensation package with productivity and sign on bonuses
• Full benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), six weeks PTO, CME, and malpractice with tail

Community Overview – Resort Community Anchored by Division 1 University

This picturesque mountain region of North Carolina offers a lifestyle defined by natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides year-round adventure with hiking, biking, camping, golf, and scenic overlooks just minutes from home. During winter months, nearby ski destinations offer excellent skiing and snowboarding, creating a true four-season outdoor playground. The region also benefits from a vibrant university-driven culture with arts, live music, festivals, and charming downtown districts filled with cafés, galleries, and local markets. Families appreciate highly rated schools and access to higher education opportunities, while residents enjoy a strong sense of community. With its blend of culture, recreation, and mountain scenery, this area offers a quality of life rarely found elsewhere.

Community Highlights

• Scenic Blue Ridge Mountain setting with welcoming small-town feel
• Population of roughly 60,000 residents with strong community atmosphere
• Minutes from iconic hiking trails, biking routes, and camping areas
• Panoramic mountain views and abundant outdoor recreation
• Ski Capital of the South – Three Premier Skiing Destinations
• Vibrant university-driven culture with arts, music, and festivals
• Local galleries, artisan markets, and seasonal community events
• Charming downtown districts with cafés, breweries, restaurants, and boutiques
• Highly rated public schools including top-ranked STEM programs
• Access to university lectures, performances, and continuing education
• Four-season lifestyle with year-round outdoor activities

This Rheumatology opportunity offers physicians the rare combination of an established outpatient practice, strong compensation, and the chance to live in one of North Carolina’s most beautiful mountain regions.