Primary Care Physicians

Duke Primary Care is the largest primary care network in the greater Triangle region, with more than 400 providers across nearly 50 community-based clinics. The network delivers comprehensive services for adults and children, including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, urgent care, preventive care, and chronic disease management, and saw over 800,000 patient encounters in fiscal year 2022. Many clinics also offer behavioral health, diabetes education, pharmacy, and other population health services, and are accredited and designated as Primary Care Medical Homes by The Joint Commission. Duke Urgent Care centers provide walk-in and virtual care for minor illnesses and injuries, physical exams, and vaccinations, with extended hours seven days a week. As part of the Duke Health system, providers contribute to clinical and basic research, education of future health professionals, and initiatives that improve population health and inform health policy. Role Description This full-time, on-site role for Primary Care Physicians is based in Chapel Hill, NC within the Duke Primary Care network. Clinicians will provide comprehensive outpatient care for adults and children, including preventive services, acute and chronic disease management, health screenings, immunizations, and coordination of specialty referrals. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting patient visits, documenting encounters in the electronic health record, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and developing evidence-based care plans. Physicians will collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team, participate in quality and population health initiatives, and support continuity of care across primary and urgent care settings. Depending on clinic needs and experience, physicians may also engage in teaching activities and contribute to process improvement and practice development. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong skills in Primary Care and Primary Care Physicians practice, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered outpatient care. Candidates should possess skills in Family Medicine and Medicine, including management of acute and chronic conditions across diverse patient populations. Candidates should possess competencies in Urgent Care and Primary Care, providing timely evaluation and treatment of minor illnesses and injuries. Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution and completion of an accredited residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, with an active or eligible North Carolina medical license. Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and collaborative team-based care. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse patients and staff. Experience or interest in population health, preventive care, and use of electronic health records is beneficial. #J-18808-Ljbffr