Haywood Regional Medical Center seeks a board-certified/board-eligible OB/GYN physician to join their hospital-employed group in Western North Carolina. The incoming physician will join a well-established, supportive practice conveniently located on the hospital campus near the charming downtown Waynesville.
The practice is comprised of 2 OB/GYN physicians, 1 GYN-only physician, and 1 certified nurse midwife. The group is open to both experienced physicians and newly trained residents, with a 50/50 mix of obstetrics and gynecology. This is a dynamic, high-volume collaborative surgical practice, offering advanced laparoscopic and vaginal procedures, including vNOTES. The medical center has a Level 1 Nursery.
The call schedule is 10 days per month, including 1 weekend per month. There is a supportive and collaborative urology practice available for consultation. The town of Clyde is just 25 miles from Asheville, near Lake Junaluska and downtown Waynesville.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular well-woman exams, including breast exams, pelvic exams, and Pap smears
- Manage prenatal care, including monitoring the health of the mother and fetus, ordering necessary tests, and providing guidance on nutrition and lifestyle
- Assist with labor and delivery, performing cesarean sections and other obstetric procedures as needed
- Provide postpartum care, addressing any complications and supporting the new mother's recovery
- Diagnose and treat gynecological conditions, such as endometriosis, uterine fibroid, ovarian cysts, and sexually transmitted infections
- Perform minor gynecological surgeries, including hysterectomies, tubal ligation, and dilation and curettage (D&C)
- Counsel patients on family planning, contraception, and reproductive health
- Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed
Qualifications:
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree
- Completion of an accredited residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Board certification or eligibility in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills, with the ability to make informed decisions quickly
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients effectively, families, and the healthcare team
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
Benefits & Perks:
- Base salary + wRVU production incentive
- Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Health benefits + Retirement plan
- Marketing + practice growth assistance
Haywood Regional Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint Hospital, offers a comprehensive array of inpatient and outpatient services. These include Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center, an Outpatient Care Center, a hospice facility, and two urgent care centers. The main 154-bed campus is accredited by The Joint Commission, the American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center, and the Addario Lung Cancer Foundation as a Center of Excellence. As part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, Haywood Regional Medical Center benefits from the Duke University Health System's renowned leadership in clinical excellence and quality care.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $270,000.00 - $370,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Malpractice insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
Hospital specialties:
Primary care specialties:
License/Certification:
- BC/BE (Required)
- Medical License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Clyde, NC 28721 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Clyde, NC 28721: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person