Locum - Family Medicine / Internal Medicine / Med-Peds Physician — FQHC - Rich Square, NC
Updated 3/10/26
$110.00
– $135.00
hourly
Rich Square, North Carolina, United States
Physician
Family Practice-Without OB
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job description
Job description
TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Med-Peds Physician to provide locum or locum-to-permanent coverage with a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Rich Square, North Carolina. This opportunity offers an outpatient-only practice serving an underserved patient population within a mission-driven healthcare organization.
Providers will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with strong clinical support while delivering comprehensive primary care across the lifespan.
Quick Overview
Location: Rich Square, North Carolina
Setting: Outpatient Primary Care (FQHC)
Schedule: Monday – Friday (open to 3–4 consecutive days)
Patient Volume: 16–18 patients per day
Call: Very light after-hours telephonic call
Start Date: As soon as possible
EMR: eClinicalWorks
Position Details
Job Type: Locum Tenens or Locum-to-Permanent
Role: Physician
Specialty: Family Medicine / Internal Medicine / Med-Peds
Clinical Practice
Outpatient-only primary care practice
Provide comprehensive care across the entire lifespan
Preventive care and chronic disease management
Patient Population
Underserved rural community
Federally Qualified Health Center setting
Practice Environment
Mission-driven community health organization serving patients across multiple locations in northeastern North Carolina.
Organization Overview
Multiple medical clinic locations
Dental services and in-house pharmacy support available
Support Staff
Full clinical and administrative support staff available
Team-based care environment
On-site Specialists: None
Call Responsibilities
Very light after-hours telephonic call
Calls are first triaged by experienced RN staff
Provider contacted only for urgent situations or documentation clarification
Weekend or Holiday Call: None
Clinics are closed on major holidays.
Schedule & Coverage
Expected Schedule
Monday through Friday coverage
Five days per week preferred
Open to 3–4 consecutive day schedules
Lunch Break: 1 hour
Length of Assignment (Locums)
Three-month intervals
May be extended depending on recruitment needs
Telehealth: Not involved
Clinic Hours
General Office Hours:
Monday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 7:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Candidate Requirements
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Med-Peds
Minimum 2+ years of experience preferred
Willingness to see 16–18 patients per day
Meet quality metrics for prevention and chronic disease management
Credentialing
Fast credentialing turnaround
Credentialing with major payors supported
Prior Medicare/Medicaid enrollment not required but preferred
Dress Code & Interview Process
Dress Code: Business casual or scrubs
About TinkBird Healthcare Staffing
TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a locum tenens and permanent placement healthcare recruiting firm that is bridging the gap between healthcare companies and high-quality candidates. We do that by utilizing our core values of communication, collaboration, and accountability. TinkBird is a Small, Woman-Owned Business Employer.
Interested Candidates - If interested, please apply, or email your resume to Kayla Garza – [Register to View] or call/text her at [Register to View] .
Providers will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with strong clinical support while delivering comprehensive primary care across the lifespan.
Quick Overview
Location: Rich Square, North Carolina
Setting: Outpatient Primary Care (FQHC)
Schedule: Monday – Friday (open to 3–4 consecutive days)
Patient Volume: 16–18 patients per day
Call: Very light after-hours telephonic call
Start Date: As soon as possible
EMR: eClinicalWorks
Position Details
Job Type: Locum Tenens or Locum-to-Permanent
Role: Physician
Specialty: Family Medicine / Internal Medicine / Med-Peds
Clinical Practice
Outpatient-only primary care practice
Provide comprehensive care across the entire lifespan
Preventive care and chronic disease management
Patient Population
Underserved rural community
Federally Qualified Health Center setting
Practice Environment
Mission-driven community health organization serving patients across multiple locations in northeastern North Carolina.
Organization Overview
Multiple medical clinic locations
Dental services and in-house pharmacy support available
Support Staff
Full clinical and administrative support staff available
Team-based care environment
On-site Specialists: None
Call Responsibilities
Very light after-hours telephonic call
Calls are first triaged by experienced RN staff
Provider contacted only for urgent situations or documentation clarification
Weekend or Holiday Call: None
Clinics are closed on major holidays.
Schedule & Coverage
Expected Schedule
Monday through Friday coverage
Five days per week preferred
Open to 3–4 consecutive day schedules
Lunch Break: 1 hour
Length of Assignment (Locums)
Three-month intervals
May be extended depending on recruitment needs
Telehealth: Not involved
Clinic Hours
General Office Hours:
Monday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 7:45 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Candidate Requirements
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Med-Peds
Minimum 2+ years of experience preferred
Willingness to see 16–18 patients per day
Meet quality metrics for prevention and chronic disease management
Credentialing
Fast credentialing turnaround
Credentialing with major payors supported
Prior Medicare/Medicaid enrollment not required but preferred
Dress Code & Interview Process
Dress Code: Business casual or scrubs
About TinkBird Healthcare Staffing
TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is a locum tenens and permanent placement healthcare recruiting firm that is bridging the gap between healthcare companies and high-quality candidates. We do that by utilizing our core values of communication, collaboration, and accountability. TinkBird is a Small, Woman-Owned Business Employer.
Interested Candidates - If interested, please apply, or email your resume to Kayla Garza – [Register to View] or call/text her at [Register to View] .
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service