What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care PA or NP position at FirstHealth Physician Group?
Primary Care Advanced Practice Provider in the Beautiful Village of Pinehurst, NC
Our established Primary Care practice invites an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join our dedicated patient care team. FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a private, community-based, not-for-profit health care network, nationally recognized as a top 150 place to work by Becker’s Healthcare serving the mid-Carolinas.
Opportunity Highlights:
- Well established and thriving team of 1 Physician and 2 APPs.
- Work-life balance – weekday work scheduled with protected admin time.
- Nearby Convenient Care clinic provides after hours and weekend services for patients.
- Provider-led, financially stable group of hospital employed providers.
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package:
- Comprehensive compensation plan
- Quarterly production bonuses and annual quality incentive
- 501(c)(3) status provides eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Annual time off
- Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits
- 2 retirement savings plans – 401a, 403b with match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Free Fitness Center membership
- Relocation stipend
- CME allowance, plus NC license and DEA reimbursement
- Provider wellbeing resources
- Paid malpractice with tail coverage
About FirstHealth of the Carolinas:
- Headquartered in Pinehurst, NC, we are a financially stable organization with four hospitals (610 beds), and facilities for inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation, hospice, a palliative care program, home care, community outreach programs, integrated neurosciences, health & fitness centers, primary, concierge, and convenient care practices, a hospitality house, EMS, a philanthropic foundation, and more.
- Here you will find specialty and subspecialty services and technologies that rival those typically only found in academic institutions and in larger metropolitan areas.
- We are leading the way with the latest advancements in cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, neonatology, and bariatric surgery.
- Our organizational culture is guided by an unwavering commitment to patient safety, quality, and performance excellence.
- FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital was named to the PINC AI™ 100 Top Hospitals® list for a third consecutive year and eighth year overall that Moore Regional has been recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals.
- Join us on our journey to zero harm and the best place to work in healthcare!
Community Overview:
- Located in the heart of NC, Pinehurst is a picturesque community renowned for its unique blend of Southern charm, outdoor recreation, and world-class amenities. It is home to over 40 golf courses and host of the USGA’s most prestigious events including several U.S. Open championships.
- Our central location is within reach of major metro areas (1 hour to Raleigh-Durham, 2 hours to Charlotte), and just 3 hours to either the beach or the mountains.
- Moore County boasts a vibrant economy rooted in tourism and golf, also supported by small manufacturing, a growing healthcare industry, a strong community college program, and entrepreneurship.
- Residents enjoy an exceptional quality of life … temperate 4-season climate, within reach of urban areas, and consistently ranked among the state’s safest communities.
- The tri-cities (Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen) have been selected by POLICOM as North Carolina’s #1 strongest Micropolitan for 6 years running.
- Neighboring Southern Pines – “Horse Country” – is home to first-rate equestrian facilities, including state-of-the-art training centers, riding arenas, and boarding stables.
Candidate Qualifications:
- Must be a graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant program and have NCCPA certification. NP must be a graduate of a Nurse Practitioner Education program and have national certification.
- Minimum 2 years of continuous APP experience in a busy Primary Care setting is required. Prefer 5 years of Primary Care APP experience.
- Must be comfortable independently managing assigned patients in a busy practice environment with minimal oversight from the supervising physician.
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, and discretion in decision making.
- Must have clean background, NC licensure, NC DEA, and AHA BLS certification.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Advance Practice Experience in Internal Medicine: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NP or PA license (Preferred)
- NP or PA Board Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pinehurst, NC 28374: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person