Wake Forest Health Network - High Point

Seeking Pulmonology Disease Physician, High Point, N.C.

Wake Forest Health Network Pulmonology - Westchester seeks a physician to join their well-established and thriving practice of 1 physician and 2 advanced practice professionals. This is a team-oriented practice with supportive colleagues and well trained clinical and clerical staff that go the extra mile for their patients. The practice offers a great opportunity for a pulmonology physician who is desiring a comprehensive outpatient practice including a diverse patient population. 

As physicians specializing in pulmonary medicine, we diagnose, treat, and care for patients with lung diseases, sleep disorders, and provide critical care medicine.

Our services include:

• Asthma
• Chronic bronchitis
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Emphysema
• Infections like pneumonia and bronchitis
• Lung masses, nodules, and tumors
• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Restrictive lung disease

Job Summary

Responsible for the oversight of all clinical operational aspects of the Network Physicians including clinic and hospital services. Reports to the Senior Vice President for Network Physicians and Health System CMO and is responsible to support improvements in Quality/Safety, People, Operational Excellence, Financial Performance and Strategy/Growth. Acts as a liaison with all levels of administration, providers, and outside organizations to coordinate the business of the network with the aim of providing high quality, value-based care and improving health for the communities the network serves. Interacts and collaborates with all Service Lines of Wake Forest Baptist Health. 

SCHEDULE:

• Outpatient only.
• Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5pm, plus on-call requirement. 
• Full-time providers work 36 patient-facing hours, 4 administrative hours.
• Required rotating coverage for pulmonary consults at High Point Regional Hospital.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

• Medical Doctorate from an accredited university and MBA, MHA, MMM or equivalent degree preferred, 
• Five years of progressive leadership experience including three years at executive level involving ambulatory practice operations, management, quality and patient safety, preferably in a large ambulatory practice setting. 

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Board certification in medical specialty. 
• Certification or advanced membership in an appropriate professional organization such as AAPL, ACHE, etc. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) if applicable.

High Point is known for its thriving furniture industry and its biannual furniture market, which attracts thousands of visitors from around the world. The city is also home to several universities and colleges, including High Point University, and boasts a rich history and culture. High Point is located in Guilford County which has four top-ranked public schools in the nation.