Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) - UNC Health Primary Care at Garner

Primary Care Physician – UNC Health Primary Care at Garner – UNC Health Medical Group – Garner, NC 

Specialty: Family Medicine 

Location: 610 Timber Drive in Garner, NC 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 

UNC Primary Care at Garner is seeking an experienced Primary Care Physician to join our primary care team at this brand new, state-of-the-art facility. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape a new practice, deliver high quality, patient centered care, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals and families we serve. 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications 

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine 

• Active, unrestricted North Carolina medical license (or eligibility to obtain one) 

• Strong interest in caring for medically complex adult patients 

• Demonstrated experience and interest in addressing mental health needs within a primary care setting 

Clinical Services Provided 

• Comprehensive preventive healthcare 

• Acute and sick care 

• Annual physicals and wellness visits 

• Immunizations 

• Women’s health services 

• Management of acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and asthma 

• Routine screening and diagnostic testing 

Position Highlights 

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package with flexible coverage options and voluntary supplemental programs 

• Competitive salary structure with excellent incentive opportunities 

• Prime location near Research Triangle Park (RTP) 

• Supportive, positive culture within a physician led organization and a large, reputable healthcare system 

About the Community

Garner, North Carolina Garner is a town located in Wake County, just south of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and close-knit community, Garner offers residents convenient access to the amenities of a larger city while maintaining a small-town charm. The town has experienced steady growth, with a population of around 31,000 people. Popular local attractions include Lake Benson Park, White Deer Park, and a vibrant historic downtown area featuring shops, restaurants, and community events. Garner is also recognized for its strong public schools, recreational programs, and commitment to fostering a high quality of life for its residents. 

Why Join UNC Health Medical Group 

Joining the physician team at UNC Health Medical Group (UNCHMG) means becoming part of a mission driven, physician led organization committed to delivering exceptional, equitable care across North Carolina. Physicians at UNCHMG benefit from a collaborative culture, strong clinical leadership, and the support of a large, respected health system that values innovation, professional growth, and evidence-based practice. With access to academic resources, opportunities for leadership development, and a deeply rooted commitment to community health, UNC Health offers an environment where clinicians can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the patients and communities they serve. 

For more information or to express interest in this opportunity, please contact Sheila Barnes at  

Other information: 

Education Requirements: 

• Meeting the Board Certification requirements. 

• Graduation from an accredited school of medicine. 

Licensure/Certification Requirements: 

• BC/BE in Family Medicine 

• DEA;ACLS;MD/DO 

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: 

• Language Skills: Should be able to communicate proficiently in English. 

REASONING ABILITY 

High-level quantitative and qualitative reason skills are essential in order to diagnosis medical and clinical issues presented by patients. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS 

North Carolina Medical License, DEA License, BLS/ACLS certification preferred. Board certified in Family Medicine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, kneel, bend and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds required. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physician generally works in a medical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Reasoning Ability: High-level quantitative and qualitative reason skills are essential in order to diagnosis medical and clinical issues presented by patients. 

Job Details 

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH 

Entity: UNC Health Medical Group Organization 

Unit: UNC Complex Care at Garner 

Work Type: Full Time 

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work 

Schedule: Day Job 

Location of Job: US:NC:Garner 

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes 

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position. 

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. 

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.