Internal Medicine - Primary Care Physician - Shelby, NC

Internal Medicine Physician Opportunity

Join Atrium Health as an Internal Medicine Physician in Shelby, NC—part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. At Advocate Health, we're committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You'll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts. Highlights

• 100% Outpatient
• Join a team of 2 Physicians and 5 APP's
• Office Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
• Provider Schedule: 4.5 Day Work Week!
• Minimal Call (Phone Only): 1 week every 7 weeks
• EPIC EMR
• Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
• Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
• Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients

Training and/or Experience Required

• Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
• Educational assistance and professional development programs
• Paid medical liability insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
• Relocation assistance
• Qualifies for Rural Compensation Model, which includes: $45,000 Sign-On Bonus; $10,000 Retention Bonus in Year 4 & 5

About Shelby & Cleveland County, North Carolina Nestled in the scenic rolling piedmont of southwestern North Carolina, Shelby and Cleveland County offer a welcoming, family-oriented community rich in southern hospitality and small-town charm. Perfectly positioned between Charlotte, Asheville, and Greenville-Spartanburg, the area provides convenient access to urban centers while maintaining a peaceful, close-knit vibe. Residents enjoy a high quality of life with reliable healthcare, low crime rates, and access to Gardner-Webb University, which attracts students worldwide and adds a youthful energy to the area. The four-season climate invites outdoor enthusiasts to explore nearby parks and trails such as the Kings Mountain Gateway Trail, offering hiking, biking, and breathtaking mountain views. Cleveland County embraces a spirit of southern hospitality, where neighbors are friendly and supportive, making it an ideal place for families and individuals seeking a safe and welcoming home. With a strong sense of community spirit, abundant cultural activities, and easy access to both mountain and beach destinations, Shelby and Cleveland County provide the perfect balance of lifestyle, opportunity, and natural beauty.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you're joining a team that's committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we're redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you'll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.