Primary Care Physician – Family Medicine / Internal Medicine | Integrated Whole-Person Care
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Job description
An established, innovative primary care practice in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Board-Certified Family Medicine or Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a physician seeking a collaborative, outpatient-focused environment centered on integrated, whole-person care. The practice brings together primary care physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), behavioral health professionals, nutrition specialists, nurses, and care coordinators to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare.
The physician will provide comprehensive outpatient primary care, manage acute and chronic conditions, lead preventive health initiatives, and develop meaningful long-term relationships with patients. The position also offers opportunities for clinical leadership, APP mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practice development.
Position Highlights:
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Full-time and part-time employment options
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Competitive annual salary
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Comprehensive benefits package
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No weekend call or after-hours coverage
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Flexible scheduling arrangements
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Average anticipated patient volume of 15–20 (timeframe to be confirmed)
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Athenahealth EMR
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Collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical team
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Opportunity to provide clinical guidance and supervise APPs
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Additional compensation for APP supervision
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Immediate start available
Join a progressive primary care environment where preventive medicine, patient relationships, and coordinated healthcare are at the center of clinical practice.
Job Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care and preventive services.
- Conduct annual wellness visits, routine examinations, and age-appropriate screenings.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests and manage medications.
- Monitor treatment outcomes and ensure appropriate patient follow-up.
- Educate patients on disease prevention, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
**Integrated & Preventive Healthcare**
- Collaborate with behavioral health professionals, nutrition specialists, nurses, and care coordinators.
- Incorporate lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and behavioral health considerations into patient care.
- Coordinate referrals and continuity of care with specialists and external providers.
- Support chronic disease management and population health initiatives.
**Clinical Leadership & APP Collaboration**
- Provide clinical consultation, mentorship, and oversight to Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
- Support APPs with complex cases, treatment decisions, and clinical guidance.
- Supervise APPs in accordance with applicable state regulations and organizational policies.
- Promote evidence-based clinical practices and consistent standards of care.
- APP supervision may include up to eight providers, subject to applicable regulations and physician preference, with additional compensation.
**Quality & Practice Development**
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records.
- Utilize Athenahealth EMR for clinical documentation and patient management.
- Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Contribute to clinical protocols and workflow improvements.
- Support value-based care and patient experience initiatives.
Qualifications
- Board Certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
- Active, unrestricted Georgia medical license or ability to obtain licensure before employment.
- Current DEA registration.
- Current BLS certification or ability to obtain before starting.
- Strong clinical judgment and outpatient primary care experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Demonstrated ability or willingness to provide clinical guidance and mentorship to APPs.
- Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered medicine.
Working Hours
**Schedule:** Flexible scheduling arrangements available
**Hours:** To be discussed based on employment preference and practice needs
**Weekend Coverage:** No weekend call
**After-Hours Coverage:** No after-hours call requirements
**Patient Volume:** Approximately 15–20 patients (confirm whether this is per day)
**Start Date:** ASAP
**EMR:** Athenahealth
Skills
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
- Outpatient Medicine
- Preventive Medicine
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient-Centered Care
- Clinical Leadership
- APP Supervision
- Population Health
- Value-Based Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Athenahealth EMR
- Medicare