Physician

Job Description

J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is currently accepting applications for a Physician (Family or Internal)

Company Information:

The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with healthcare professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen.

We value and appreciate our employees:

Paid vacation (earn 14 days per year)
Paid sick time (earn 96 hours per year)
Paid holidays (12 per year)
Longevity pay for employees with 10+ years of service
NC State Retirement plan
401K
Parental leave

Your role with the company:

The Physician position provides general and specialized medical care and treatment to over 300 individuals residing at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. This position serves as physician of record in specific cottages as assigned by the medical director, covers off hours and call in rotation with other physicians, and serves as a member of the medical staff. This position also assures compliance with professional standards, Federal and State Laws and Regulations, and ICF/MR Regulations.

Community Information:

Morganton is an up-and-coming town with a sense of community, diversity, and growth. The cost of living and housing market are affordable making it attractive for candidates looking to start their career and build a future. Your commute will be unemcumbered with picturesque scenes as you drive the interstates and byways of what is know as "Nature's Playground". Morganton is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers, and the City of Asheville, home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James and the Pisgah National Forest, you will be sure to find outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

Background Profile:

One year (PGY-1) of post graduate medical training.

Management Preferences:

Three or more years (PGY-1) of post graduate medical training.
Documented knowledge and additional training in developmental disabilities, behavioral medicine, and applicable subspecialties.
Two years of experience with developmental disabilities. Residency, fellowship, consultation in the context of a general population practice or full-time employment in the field would apply equally.

Physical Requirements:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the subject's own body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Licensed to practice medicine in the state of North Carolina.

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