Family Medicine

Novant Health/Coastal Family Medicine Osteopathic Faculty Position

The Novant Health- New Hanover Regional Medical Center Residency in Family Medicine in Wilmington, North Carolina is seeking an osteopathic family physician to join our faculty.  We are a fully accredited 6-6-6 community program with osteopathic recognition. Our program is affiliated with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill located in Wilmington, NC, a rapidly growing coastal vacation community.  Qualified applicants should hold a DO degree and board certification in Family Medicine.  Previous residency teaching and/or private practice experience preferred but not required.  Duties include teaching residents and students, patient care including hospital care and low risk OB, teaching and practicing osteopathic principles, administration, and research. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

Why you will love Wilmington, North Carolina:

1. Coastal Location: Wilmington is located on the southeastern coast of North Carolina, providing residents with access to beautiful beaches such as Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. The coastal environment offers a relaxed and scenic lifestyle.

2. Historic Downtown: The city's historic downtown area is charming, with cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and a vibrant waterfront. It offers a mix of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

3. Cultural and Arts Scene: Wilmington has a thriving arts and cultural scene with theaters, galleries, and museums. The city hosts events and festivals, contributing to a lively cultural atmosphere.

4. Film Industry Presence: Wilmington has been nicknamed "Hollywood East" due to its significant presence in the film and television industry. The EUE/Screen Gems Studios attract filmmakers, and the city has been the backdrop for various productions.

5. Outdoor Activities: The coastal location provides opportunities for water-related activities such as boating, fishing, and water sports. Additionally, the nearby parks and nature reserves offer hiking, biking, and other outdoor recreation options.

6. Education: The city is home to the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW), contributing to an academic environment. The presence of educational institutions adds diversity to the community.

7. Job Opportunities: Wilmington's economy is diverse, with sectors such as healthcare, education, tourism, and the film industry contributing to job opportunities. The Port of Wilmington is also an economic driver for the region.

8. Community Engagement: Wilmington residents often engage in community events and activities. The sense of community is strong, and there are various opportunities for socializing and connecting with neighbors.

9. Mild Climate: Wilmington experiences a relatively mild climate, with warm summers and mild winters. The coastal location moderates temperatures, making it a comfortable place to live.

Are you looking for a new opportunity in a rapidly growing healthcare system that focuses on a culture of safety and team member growth?

Come join our team

For our primary care providers:

• Access is a key theme – Novant Health encourages same day, extended hours, e-visits and video visits to deliver care where and when our patients need us.
• All of our community medicine physician leaders maintain a patient panel to remain connected to the day-to-day challenges and joys of practicing medicine.
• Many of our clinics utilize a team approach to care, which includes PAs, NPs, clinical pharmacy practitioners, health behaviorists and clinical RNs.

 Novant Health offers:

• 2 year salary guarantee
• NH Medical Group employed
• Medical and Retirement Benefits
• Relocation Allowance
• CME Allowance
• System wide EHR-Epic
• Malpractice
• Work-Life balance

Novant Health Medical Group

• Is one of the largest medical groups in the nation
• Offers resiliency training for physicians and team members to prevent burnout
• Is nationally recognized for advanced care and one of the largest community based, non-profit healthcare systems
• Is well known for being physician-led and physician-driven. For example, our physicians are in every area of leadership across the organization. That means every strategic discussion has physicians at the table, and every market partners a physician leader with an administrator. The result is a focus on the details that are important to physicians.

What does it mean to be a part of Novant Health?  

• Novant Health is an integrated network of physician clinics, outpatient centers and hospitals that delivers a seamless and convenient healthcare experience to our communities. The Novant Health network consists of more than 1,900 physicians and over 36,000 team members that provide care at more than 800 locations, including 16 medical centers and hundreds of outpatient facilities and physician clinics. Headquartered in Winston–Salem, North Carolina, Novant Health is committed to making healthcare remarkable for patients and communities providing nearly six million patient visits annually.
• Novant Health is one of ranking No. 38 in North Carolina, according to Forbes and market research company, Statista. Novant Health has been consistently recognized as a Best-In-State Employer since Forbes launched the list in 2019.
• Novant Health has been ranked No. 17 in the nation and third among U.S. health systems in the 2023 Diversity MBA Magazine Rankings for “Best Places to Work for Women & Diverse Managers.”
• In 2022, Novant Health provided more than $1.5 billion in total community benefit (including financial assistance and unpaid cost of Medicare and Medicaid). In 2022, Novant Health community engagement contributed more than $1.9 million in charitable contributions to community partners in Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Wilmington that offer community-based health and human services.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. 

Join us, and let’s transform healthcare together. 

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Education: 

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine required
• Completion of an accredited residency program required
• For specialty physicians - completion of an accredited fellowship program specific to medical specialty

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Current MD or DO license in appropriate state
• Board certification or eligibility
• Current DEA license required

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".