Internal Medicine Physician

Locums Internal Medicine Physician

We are seeking a dedicated Locums Internal Medicine Physician to provide high-quality outpatient care across multiple Long-Term Care (LTC) and Assisted Living (ALF) facilities in Hickory, NC, Roanoke Rapids, NC, and Columbia, SC areas. This role focuses on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to an aging population while supporting facility staff, patients, and families throughout the post-acute continuum.

Job Description

• Setting: Outpatient care in multiple Long-Term Care and Assisted Living facilities
• Location: Physicians will cover multiple facilities
• Full and part-time options available
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Daily Patient Volume: 18+ patient visits per day
• Call: Possible night call (frequency TBD)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to residents in LTC and ALF settings.
• Manage chronic medical conditions and acute issues for geriatric and medically complex patients.
• Conduct daily patient visits, ensuring at least 18 encounters per day.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, therapists, and facility administrators to ensure coordinated care.
• Offer clinical expertise, communication, and support to patients and their families.
• Serve as an advocate and resource as patients transition through:
  • Acute Inpatient Rehab
  • Skilled Nursing
  • Long-Term Care
  • Assisted Living
  • Transition back to home
• Maintain thorough documentation and follow facility protocols.
• Participate in night call rotation when assigned.

Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in either:
  • Internal Medicine
  • Family Medicine
  • Geriatrics
• Active North Carolina and South Carolina medical license
• Experience in post-acute, geriatric, or facility-based care preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in interdisciplinary environments
• Compassionate approach to complex and aging populations