Nocturnist Hospital Medicine Physician

AHWFB Department of Medicine, Section on Hospital Medicine is seeking a Nocturnist with training in Internal Medicine/Family Medicine to join our dynamic inpatient team at Wilkes Medical Center, N. Wilkesboro, North Carolina. WMC has 130 licensed beds, including a 10-bed skilled nursing unit on campus.

What We Have to Offer: 

• CME Reimbursement: $5000 annually 
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: includes competitive salary, health, dental, vision, retirement plans and more 
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy schedule of 7 nights on/7 nights off, with 5 shifts off service annually
• Relocation Assistance: Receive up to $10,000 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment 

Work in a Supportive & Collaborative Environment:   

As a Hospitalist within the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health system, you will be an integral part of a dedicated healthcare team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, case managers, specialists, and clinical pharmacists to ensure safe and effective patient care during hospital stays. Your role involves admitting patients, closely monitoring patient progress and making necessary treatment adjustments, and engaging in meaningful discussions with patients and their families about their care.

Position Information: 

• Full-time, clinical adjunct faculty position 
• Primarily admitting responsibilities
• Perform perioperative management and pre-op risk assessments for orthopedic/ surgical patients
• Help with floor cross coverage from Virtual Hospitalist group
• Strong support from medical and surgical specialties
• VCC covers ICUat nights
• Respond to Rapid Responses and CODES
• Coordinating with Nursing Staff and responding to questions/concerns overnight
• Provide appropriate hand-off/sign-out at the conclusion of their shift to the day team?
• Procedural skills not required
• EMR- EPIC
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment

Position Requirements:  

• Graduate of an accredited medical school and ACGME-accepted Internal Medicine/Family Medicine residency program.
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in IM/FM.
• Active license to practice as physician from NC Medical Board.
• BLS/ACLS certification.

Where you will live:  

With its many picturesque cities, North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region is ranked among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to retire in 2023.  This includes: 

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average. 
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Wilkesboro is located close to I-77 at exit 73B and minutes from the High-Country towns of Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk. Wilkesboro will wow you with a newly revitalized historic downtown, mind-blowing musical talent, stunningly scenic mountain views, heart-pounding outdoor adventures, and southern charm
• Recreational Opportunities: ?Outdoor enthusiasts will love the area’s parks, scenic trails, and perfect for hiking and picnicking. The nearby Yadkin River also provides fishing and kayaking opportunities year-round.

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When you join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, you are welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. In our nationally renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing – for all.

As a part of the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist family, Wilkes Medical Center offers the resources of a nationally recognized academic medical center, enabling the facility to provide world-class health care here, close to home. Wilkes Medical Center opened in 1952 as a 100-bed hospital on 19 acres, donated by Dr. Frederick C. Hubbard. The hospital joined the Wake Forest Baptist Health system on July 1, 2017. Today, we are licensed for 130 beds, including a 10-bed skilled nursing unit on our main campus. Through our offsite facilities, Wilkes Medical Center has expanded our outpatient services to include a Dialysis Center and a state of the art Rehabilitation Center.

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Wilkes is an outdoor lover's paradise. Wilkes County Schools are highly ranked in North Carolina by Niche.com.  Home to MerleFest, considered one of the premier music festivals in the country, Wilkesboro provides a small town atmosphere with wonderful amenities, and is located within easy reach of many prominent North Carolina cities. Located just 80 miles from Charlotte, 45 miles from Winston-Salem, 45 miles from Hickory, and 35 minutes from Boone, Wilkes County remains an ideal location for those looking to escape the fast paced world of city living, while remaining close enough to commute for a night out on the town. We are a very friendly and family-based community where our patient population is quite diverse. Wilkes County offers the best of both worlds, presented with the flair of true southern hospitality.