Family Medicine Physician

Your future role at a glance Location: Santa Rosa Beach , FL Facility Name : Ascension Sacred Heart Primary Care - South Walton Schedule: Full-Time Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available CME allowance + dedicated CME days Malpractice coverage with tail This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, youll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more How you'll make an impact in this role This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network. Join an established team of 1 physician and 2 APPs Practice setting: outpatient Call structure: rotating call outpatient only Access to Dedicated block time | Support staff Employed position within a nonprofit health system Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine MD/DO Eligible for Florida state medical licensure and DEA registration About the Facility Sacred Heart Emerald Coast opened in 2003, to further the Sacred Heart mission in the Destin community: to provide excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable. 80 bed community hospital (Part of a robust clinical network with our sister facilities in Pensacola, Panama City, and Port St. Joe, FL) Serving a population of approximately 14,000 Integrated referral network (largest employed primary care network in NW FL) Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system About the Community Destin is home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country) Destin boasts North Americas largest charter fishing fleet with the quickest and best access to deep water fishing on the Gulf Coast. No state income tax Schools in the top 15% in the nation Rapidly growing community Why Physicians Choose Ascension Physician-led, collaborative culture Long-term practice stability National network with local autonomy Mission-centered care rooted in service What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Florida Board of Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Board eligibility/certification in medical specialty required. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required. What additional preferences you'll need No additional preferences Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. 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