Explore an exciting opportunity with the Wake Forest Health Network Ear, Nose & Throat and Sleep Medicine - Wilkes team as we eagerly welcome a skilled Physician to join our dynamic team in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Our practice is dedicated to providing exceptional care to our community treating a variety of ear, nose, throat related issues including chronic sinusitis, ear infections, head and neck cancers, hearing loss, snoring, and sleep apnea. We are committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered services and strive to enhance the quality of life for all our patients.
The Wake Forest Health Network is a physician-led, non-faculty multispecialty group practice affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. At ENT & Sleep Medicine - Wilkes, we foster a supportive and collaborative environment where teamwork is valued, and every member plays a vital role in our success. We boast a team-oriented culture that encourages open communication and partnership to provide exceptional patient care within our facilities.
Highlights:
As an ENT Physician, you will provide medical and surgical treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat and related structures of the head and neck. Our North Wilkesboro location is equipped with modern facilities and advanced technologies to support your practice. You will have access to cutting-edge resources that enable you to deliver the best possible care to your patients. Physicians with Sleep Medicine fellowship or subspecialty certification will evaluate patients with sleep-related issues, utilize outpatient Sleep Lab at Atrium Health Wilkes Medical Center and/or request home sleep studies, read HST/PSG studies, and recommend plan of care.
Schedule:
- Practice hours are Monday Thursday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm and Friday: 8:00 am-2:00 pm.
- Call requirement including ENT call for Emergency Department six days per month, as well as practice call.
What We Have to Offer:
- Generous Compensation: Receive an impressive guarantee annual salary.
- Robust Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive package that includes retirement contributions, malpractice coverage, and more starting the first day of employment.
- Sign-on Bonus: Receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
- Relocation Assistance: Enjoy $10,000 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
- Generous PTO: Starts at 20 days/year during initial term and unlimited PTO after the initial term.
- Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.
- CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,500 and 5 additional PTO days/year for Continuing Medical Education.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours.
- A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina s Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.
Where You ll Live:
The picturesque cities of North Carolina s Piedmont Triad region are 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: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- North Wilkesboro: Where awe-inspiring landscapes and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities await. Located near Charlotte with easy access to major US Airport, Charlotte Douglas International. Also, conveniently located near the Boone area, offering fantastic skiing opportunities during the winter season. Immerse yourself in scenic hiking trails, delight in fishing and boating adventures in nearby lakes, or savor the serenity of nature's beauty.
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.