Internal Medicine Physician

Company: Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc.
Location: Hickory
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated LocumsInternal Medicine, Family Medicine or Geriatrician Physician to provide high-quality outpatient care across multipleLong-Term Care (LTC) and Assisted Living (ALF) facilities in Hickory, NC, RoanokeRapids, NC and Columbia, SC areas. Thisrole focuses on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to an agingpopulation while supporting facility staff, patients, and families throughoutthe post-acute continuum. Position Details Setting: Care in multiple Long-Term Care and Assisted Living facilities Location: Physicians will cover multiple locations Full and part time options available Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Daily Patient Volume: 18 patient visits per day 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. Requirements Board Certified or Board Eligible in either: Internal Medicine Family Medicine Geriatrics Active North Carolina or 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

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