Physician - Family Medicine

Description

Specialization:
Family Medicine without OB

Job Summary:

Blue Ridge Premiere Medicine is seeking a full-time Concierge Primary Care Physician to join a new outpatient practice Plateau Concierge Medicine in Cashiers, North Carolina.

The physician will offer enhanced access and continuity of care, including 24/7 availability and extended office visits. This position emphasizes proactive wellness, prevention, and comprehensive care coordination tailored to each patient’s unique health goals. This role is designed for a physician who values quality over volume and is committed to providing exceptional patient-centered service within a membership-based practice.

Qualified Candidates:

• Board certified in internal medicine or family medicine
• 3+ years of experience
• Ability to manage a small patient panel with high responsiveness - managing referrals and coordinating with specialists
• Excellent verbal communication skills, bedside manners, and ability to build long-term relationships
• Please note that this position does not offer visa support

Position Highlights:

• Incoming physician will join a new concierge service with 2 Physicians, 2 RNs, and an Office Manager
• Monday – Thursday 8 am – 5 pm; every other Friday 8 am – 1 pm
• Patients will have direct access to the physician with 24/7 access via phone, patient portal, or email, and offer weekday same-day or next-day appointments for acute issues
• Extended appointments allowing for unhurried visits (45–90 minutes)
• Community Privileges at Highlands Cashiers hospital, no admitting privileges
• Athena EMR

Incentive/Benefits Package:

• Compensation: $375,000-400,000 base salary
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Malpractice insurance
• 4 weeks of vacation plus major holidays

 About Blue Ridge Premiere:

Blue Ridge Premier Medicine was established in 2010 as Asheville’s first and only comprehensive concierge medical practice and is expanding into the Highlands – Cashiers market. By limiting our number of patients, our doctors can fully dedicate themselves to customized care plans.

About Highlands-Cashiers Hospital:

• Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is a community hospital serving Macon, Jackson and the surrounding counties. Located on Highway 64 between the towns of Highlands and Cashiers, the hospital offers 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient care, rehabilitation, as well as long-term care through Eckerd Living Center
• Highlands-Cashiers Hospital has 24 beds for acute care services and 80 beds in the Eckerd Living Center. Ambulatory services are also available, including therapy services and primary care practices serving both Highlands and Cashiers
• Top Rated US Emergency Department (ED)
• Multi-year recipient of Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award

 Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, arts and culture, live music, shopping or fine cuisine, western North Carolina offers something for everyone! With over 200 waterfalls and four navigable rivers, hiking trails for all skill levels, fantastic terrain for both road and mountain bikes, it is no surprise that this area is consistently rated one of the top US places to live. Cashiers is known as “The Heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains” located just 20 minutes from Highlands, NC and 1.5 hours from Asheville, NC. Asheville is known not only for its dynamic food scene and microbreweries but also for ethnic and exotic dining at the area's 250-plus independent restaurants. Residents also enjoy easy access to air travel nearby in Asheville, Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC.