Urgent Care Physician

This southwest Georgia medical center, a JCAHO accredited facility, is seeking a BE/BC Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine physician to join a well-established staff which includes two physicians and three Physician Assistants. Patient care is not only provided by physicians and physician assistants, but also licensed nurses, radiology technicians, and lab personnel. This care includes treating minor injuries and illness, performing school and sports physicals, and offering laboratory and X-ray services on-site during all hours of operation.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Perform assessments and examinations for patients presenting to the Urgent Care Center and returning for follow-up visits
• Provide education for patients and family members
• Counsel patients on preventive health care and treatment plans before discharge
• Prescribe medications as deemed appropriate
• Refer patients as needed
• Maintain compliance with documentation requirements

Position Details:

• Flexible Scheduling Option to work 7 on/7 off, three 12-hour shifts, four 10-hour shifts.
• One Weekend Shift Per Month (Hours: Saturday 8-3, Sunday 8-12)
• Minimal Call Requirement (One week per month to receive phone calls after hours for critical labs. These calls can be handled from home and are very rare.
• Closed on Major Holidays (Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year s Day)

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Guarantee
• CME Allowance
• PTO Annually
• Malpractice Insurance
• Relocation Allowance
• Sign-on bonus
• Roth 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Low-Cost Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
• Low-Cost Prescriptions for employees & their eligible dependents
• Discounted gym memberships at participating local health clubs
• Paid & voluntary life insurance
• Teaching opportunities available via relationships with Florida State University College of Medicine, PCOM, and ACOM
• Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

We are a regional healthcare system with four hospitals and four nursing homes. We are licensed for 650 beds, employs more than 2,700 people and has a medical staff of more than 200 qualified specialists. We have been recognized as a top hospital in Georgia, by Georgia Trend Magazine for seven consecutive years.

Thomasville is internationally known for its piney woods and warm, welcoming locals. Downtown Thomasville is charming with tree-lined brick streets and thriving businesses. We are situated 30 miles above Tallahassee, the capital of Florida, 1 hour from the Gulf Coast and 2.5 hours from Jacksonville. The family-centered city has strong private and public educational opportunities, and outstanding sports and fitness facilities for youth sports and adult fitness and healthy living opportunities. Downtown Thomasville s pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined, brick streets feature an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants selling southern-made goods and internationally designed clothing and home décor. The local arts and culture scene is thriving, with youth and adult programming and instruction provided by the Thomasville Center for the Arts.
Thomasville is commonly known as a destination for those who love the outdoors. Favorite outdoor local pastimes include river kayaking; quail, duck, dove, deer, and turkey hunting; fishing; golf; tennis; bird watching; running; and biking. The historic Glen Arven Country Club boasts a pristine golf course, pool, and clay tennis courts.
Thomasville is a thriving small town known for its southern hospitality and easy way of life. But it also touts amenities and attractions of a much larger community quality healthcare, education, thriving churches, and a broad range of entertainment and recreational activities. U.S. News & World Report, Consumer Reports and USA TODAY featured Thomasville as an ideal community for retirees looking for the good life in small places. Thomasville's beautiful downtown is a Great American Main Street Award recipient.
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