Primary Care - Family/Internal Medicine 

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8 AM - 5 PM)

Location: Whitefield, NH

Role: Primary Care Physician

Salary: Competitive base salary PLUS potential wRVU productivity and quality bonus

 

Commencement & Retention Bonuses! Relocation Assistance!

 

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Physician, Family or Internal Medicine, at Weeks Medical Center, part of North Country Healthcare.  This is an opportunity to join our team in a rural community in northern New Hampshire. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages (or adults) in a close-knit, underserved community.  Rural medicine allows the delivery of high-quality primary care, including preventive, acute, and chronic disease management, to participate in community health initiatives, and promote wellness education.

 

Duties:

• Provide comprehensive medical care including physical exams, diagnoses, and treatment plans; develop personalized health plans for patients
• Manage long-term treatment plans for patients with chronic illness, ensuring regular follow-ups and monitoring; manage acute care and chronic medical conditions and commodities.
• Offer preventative care services such as immunizations, screenings (e.g., cancer, cholesterol, blood pressure), and well-ness check-ups.  Order diagnostic testing as appropriate; follow-up with patients on test results, treatments, and overall care plans.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with best practices and patient needs; work closely with patients to adjust medications and treatment strategies as needed.
• Coordinate with specialties for referrals when necessary to determine a course of treatment.
• Educate patients on disease prevention, nutrition, lifestyle changes, and managing health conditions; provide patients and families with information on health maintenance, disease management, and healthy living.
• Collaborate with nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care; assists support staff in improving their performance be participating in monitoring and evaluating of the quality and appropriateness of patient care.
• Maintain medical records using the NCH current format and completion within the timeframes specified be the Medical Staff Bylaws and Policies.
• Provide excellent medical care to patients by maintaining a level of professional practice and conduct commensurate with community professional standards as required for continued participation in and reappointment to the NCH Medical Staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiates within the practice.
• Participate in the clinic's day call rotation.

Benefits:

• Competitive base compensation; potential wRVU productivity & quality bonus.
• Commencement bonus AND Retention bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• No weekend or Holiday shifts
• 5 weeks of vacation, 5 days sick time
• 1 week CME time and $4,000 CME funds
• Attractive benefit package
• Retirement plans
• Malpractice insurance with tail

Essential Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited Medical College with a Medical Degree
• Successful completion of a US residency program in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Board certified (or eligible) by WMC Medical Staff Bylaws.
• ACLS and BLS from the American Heart Association required.
• Preferred minimum of 3 years experience in Primary Care Outpatient environment.

Why Rural New Hampshire?

• Breathtaking Scenery: Enjoy stunning landscapes and outdoor activities year-round.
• Community Connection: Become a valued member of a supportive, small-town community.
• Balanced Lifestyle: Experience a relaxed pace of life with fewer hassles.
• No sales or state income tax!

What We Offer:

• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated medical team.
• Modern Facilities: Access to advanced medical technology.
• Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development.

About Us:

North Country Healthcare is a leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals and delivers integrated patient care through three community critical access hospitals, several rural health clinics,