Primary Care Physician | Partnership Track | Summer 2027

Job Description

Job Description

Attending Physician – Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Med-Peds (Summer 2027)

High Rock Internal Medicine | Lexington, NC

"I founded this practice because I wanted the autonomy to care for patients with compassion and long-term commitment. Many of our patients have nowhere else to go—nothing is more meaningful than helping them begin a life-changing journey toward health."

— Stephen Hsieh, MD, Founder

Become the Physician You Set Out to Be

Most physicians enter medicine to build relationships, improve lives, and make a meaningful difference in their communities. At High Rock Internal Medicine, we believe you should never have to sacrifice those values to build a successful career.

As we plan for Summer 2027, we are seeking a physician who wants more than a first attending position. We are looking for someone who wants to build a career, serve a community, and become a future leader within an independent physician-owned practice.

Quick Facts???? Compensation

• Year 1: $180,000
• Year 2 Potential: Approximately $190,000+
• Productivity and Quality Incentives
• Relocation Assistance Available

???? Partnership Opportunity

• Clear Partnership Track in Approximately 3–4 Years
• Opportunity to Become an Owner
• Partners Typically Earn 15–20% Above Base Compensation

???? Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• No Evening Clinic Hours
• No Weekend Clinic Hours
• Office-Based Practice

???? Call

• Phone Call Only
• Approximately 3–4 Calls Per Week
• No Hospital Call
• No Hospital Rounding

???? Mentorship

• Weekly One-on-One Coaching with Dr. Stephen Hsieh
• Structured Onboarding and Residency-to-Practice Transition
• Direct Access to Physician Leadership

???? Patients

• Medically Complex Adults
• Underserved and Vulnerable Populations
• Relationship-Based Longitudinal Care

???? Practice Setting

• Independent Physician-Owned Practice
• Founded in 2000
• Integrated Biopsychosocial Care Model
• On-Site Behavioral Health
• On-Site Radiology
• On-Site Ultrasound

???? Benefits

• CME Allowance
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Malpractice Coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Eligibility After 12 Months
• $500 Annual Joy Fund

???? Location

• Lexington, North Carolina
• 20 Minutes from Winston-Salem
• Affordable Cost of Living
• Urban, Suburban, and Rural Living Options

Why This Role Matters

Many of our patients face significant medical, financial, and social barriers to care. For some, High Rock Internal Medicine serves as their most consistent connection to healthcare, support, and advocacy.

This is an opportunity to practice relationship-centered medicine in a setting where the physician-patient relationship still comes first.

You will care for patients with complex chronic illnesses, help vulnerable populations navigate their healthcare journeys, and build meaningful relationships that often span years or even decades.

The physician who joins our team will not simply manage diagnoses and medications—they will help people improve their quality of life, overcome obstacles, and achieve better health outcomes.

If you entered medicine to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients, this role offers that opportunity every day.

Why Physicians Choose High RockPractice Medicine with Purpose

Our mission extends beyond treating symptoms. We care for medically complex and underserved patients while helping people achieve healthier, fuller lives.

Restore Clinical Autonomy

Your expertise matters here. We trust our physicians to think critically, advocate for their patients, and contribute ideas that improve care delivery.

Build Something That Lasts

This is more than an employment opportunity. Through our partnership pathway, physicians have the opportunity to become owners and help shape the long-term future of the practice.

Receive Real Mentorship

The transition from residency to independent practice can be challenging. Our structured onboarding process and direct physician mentorship are designed to help new physicians build confidence and thrive.

Enjoy Sustainable Practice

Medicine should be rewarding—not exhausting.

• No evening clinic hours
• No weekend clinic hours
• Phone-only call responsibilities
• Stable and collaborative clinical team
• Strong physician voice in practice operations

Your Role & Impact

As an Attending Physician, you will lead a collaborative care team within an integrated biopsychosocial model while providing comprehensive primary care to adult patients.

You will:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered primary care
• Build lasting relationships with patients and families
• Manage complex chronic disease populations
• Collaborate with behavioral health and ancillary services
• Participate in practice improvement initiatives
• Serve as a trusted healthcare advocate within the community
• Contribute to the future growth and success of an independent physician-led practice

Collaborative, Whole-Person Care

At High Rock Internal Medicine, you will practice in a model designed to support both physicians and patients.

Integrated Services

• On-Site Behavioral Health
• On-Site Radiology
• On-Site Ultrasound
• Team-Based Care Coordination

Expanded Scope Opportunities

Based on your interests, opportunities may include:

• Joint Injections
• Office-Based Dermatologic Procedures
• Podiatric Care
• Additional In-Office Procedures

Compensation & BenefitsCompensation

• First-Year Compensation: $180,000
• Second-Year Potential: Approximately $190,000+
• Productivity Incentives
• Quality Incentives
• Relocation Assistance

Partnership Pathway

• Clear Ownership Track
• Partnership Discussions Based on Performance and Mutual Interest
• Partners Historically Earn 15–20% Above Base Compensation

Benefits Package

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Malpractice Coverage
• CME Allowance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Eligibility After 12 Months

The Joy Fund

Because physician well-being matters, each physician receives a $500 annual stipend to pursue hobbies, interests, or activities outside of work that bring personal fulfillment.

Potential Loan Repayment Opportunities

Physicians may have access to loan repayment or scholarship opportunities through external programs anticipated to remain available through 2027.

These opportunities are not guaranteed and remain subject to eligibility requirements, available funding, and program availability.

Living in the Piedmont Triad

High-impact medicine doesn't require sacrificing your quality of life.

Urban Lifestyle

Live in nearby Winston-Salem and enjoy:

• Arts and cultural attractions
• Local restaurants and dining
• Entertainment and nightlife

Small-Town Living

Choose Lexington or surrounding communities for:

• Larger properties
• Short commutes
• Quiet neighborhoods
• Strong community connections

Family-Friendly Environment

• Highly regarded school options
• Safe communities
• Outdoor recreation and parks

Affordability

Enjoy a significantly lower cost of living compared to many metropolitan areas while building long-term financial security.

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Med-Peds Residency Training
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Expected Residency Completion in Summer 2027
• Commitment to compassionate, community-focused care
• Desire to build meaningful patient relationships
• Interest in practicing within an independent physician-owned environment

Join a Practice with Purpose

If you're looking for more than your first attending job—if you're looking for a place where you can grow as a physician, build meaningful patient relationships, and help preserve the future of independent medicine—we encourage you to explore a future with High Rock Internal Medicine.

Build a career defined by purpose, relationships, autonomy, and impact—not productivity quotas.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

High Rock Internal Medicine, PA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives strengthen our organization and enhance the care we provide to our patients and community.