What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Faculty Physician - Primary Care Sports - Salisbury/Lexington position at Wake Forest?
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centered primary and sports medicine care? Join the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Primary Care and Sports Medicine team, where you can thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment while making a meaningful impact on patients and athletes of all ages.
Our practice is part of the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Group. We are dedicated to preventive care in children and adults and improving the overall health and wellness of our community. This role will primarily focus on primary care while being an integral part of an outstanding regional sports medicine program.
Position Highlights:
- Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule, with sideline coverage responsibilities and a Saturday rotation.
- Diverse Patient Population: Treat patients of all ages in an engaging outpatient clinic setting with opportunities and requirements for sideline and community coverage.
- Team Collaboration: Join an experienced team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, medical assistants, athletic trainers, physical therapists, radiologic technicians, cast techs, and administrative staff, in a supportive work environment.
- Professional and Academic Growth: Enjoy a vast of opportunities for career development through the Wake Forest University School of Medicine with opportunities for teaching and research.
What You’ll Do:
Physicians work to care for patients in a variety of ways, from treating chronic illnesses to advising about preventative healthcare to spending time on the sidelines in collaboration with athletic trainers. Primary Care and Sports Medicine physicians perform physical exams, taking medical histories, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, and recommending a plan of treatment. There is the opportunity for advanced training in ultrasound and procedural skills.
Physician Requirements:
- Successful completion of M.D./D.O. degree from an accredited medical school.
- Successful completion of a Family Medicine Residency Program with graduation from a Sports Medicine Fellowship, with a preference for an accredited program.
- Board Certification or Eligibility in Family Medicine.
- Current North Carolina Medical License, DEA, and BLS certification.
Why Choose Us?
- We offer an unbeatable benefits package
- Highly Competitive Salary
- Productivity Bonuses
- Generous Sign-On Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Comprehensive CME Reimbursement
- Ample Paid Time Off
- Day-One Benefits: Robust healthcare plan
- Retirement Perks: Up to 7% employer-sponsored contributions, plus up to 2% salary matching
- Full Malpractice Coverage, including tail insurance
- PSLF Eligibility: Our not-for-profit 501(c)(3) status supports your financial goal
Why Triad, North Carolina?
- Nestled in the Piedmont Triad, our region offers an exceptional quality of life
- Affordable Living: Housing costs 31% below the national average in a family-friendly community
- Top Schools: Access to excellent educational opportunities
- Thriving Culture: Enjoy vibrant downtown neighborhoods, arts, and music scenes
- Outdoor Adventures: Explore scenic trails, golf courses, wineries, and craft breweries
When you join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, you become part of a nationally renowned health system that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusivity. Work alongside the brightest minds in medicine to elevate hope, improve medicine, and advance healing—for all!
