Family Medicine Opportunity in Coastal North Carolina | 100% Outpatient | $375K+ Potential

Job Description

Job Description

Build a rewarding primary care practice with a respected nonprofit health system serving one of Coastal North Carolina's most desirable regions. This hospital-employed Family Medicine opportunity offers immediate patient demand due to recent physician retirements, allowing the incoming physician to quickly establish a thriving practice. Enjoy a 100% outpatient setting with no hospital rounding responsibilities, a light phone-only call schedule, and the flexibility to tailor your work-life balance. Physicians benefit from strong APP, nursing, and specialty support, creating an efficient and collaborative practice environment. With proven earning potential exceeding $350K annually, comprehensive benefits, and a coastal lifestyle that many physicians seek, this opportunity offers an exceptional combination of professional satisfaction and personal fulfillment.

Position, Compensation & Organization Highlights

• Hospital-employed position with an established nonprofit health system
• 100% outpatient practice with no hospital rounding responsibilities
• Immediate patient demand driven by recent physician retirements
• Established physicians earning $350K-$375K+ while seeing 18-19 patients per day
• Adult and geriatric-focused practice with no pediatric requirements
• Light phone-only call schedule from home, approximately 1:28-1:30
• Nurse triage support minimizes after-hours interruptions
• Epic EMR system-wide with remote access capability
• Collegial physician culture with strong APP and nursing support
• On-site laboratory, imaging, and integrated specialty referral network
• $20,000 signing bonus plus up to $15,000 relocation assistance
• Full family health and dental premiums paid by employer
• Paid malpractice insurance with full tail coverage included

Community Overview

Enjoy the best of Coastal North Carolina living without the congestion and high costs often associated with larger waterfront destinations. This welcoming community offers easy access to rivers, beaches, and endless outdoor recreation while maintaining an affordable cost of living and short daily commutes. Residents enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and golf nearly year-round thanks to the region's mild climate and abundant sunshine. The area also features a vibrant downtown district filled with local dining, shops, festivals, and cultural attractions. Families appreciate strong schools, friendly neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community pride. Whether you're seeking an active outdoor lifestyle or a relaxed coastal atmosphere, this region offers an outstanding quality of life.

Community Highlights

• Coastal North Carolina location with a desirable waterfront lifestyle
• Situated along scenic rivers that feed into the Atlantic Ocean
• Approximately 45 minutes from Atlantic beaches
• Cost of living approximately 12% below the national average
• Affordable housing compared to larger metropolitan markets
• Average commute times under 20 minutes
• Year-round boating, fishing, kayaking, and golf opportunities
• Historic downtown featuring dining, shopping, and community festivals
• Access to Croatan National Forest and extensive nature trails
• Family-friendly neighborhoods with strong school options
• Regional airport with convenient daily hub connections
• Mild four-season climate with more than 200 sunny days annually
• Active arts, theater, brewery, and live music scene
• Coastal living with less traffic and congestion than major cities
• Welcoming community known for its historic coastal charm