Family Medicine, Carilion Family Medicine - Rocky Mount (Turnpike)

Overview

Carilion Family Medicine - Rocky Mount Turnpike is searching for an industrious, ABMS/AOA-BE/BC family medicine physician to help us continue to meet the needs of the community in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Join two physicians along with an ACP to practice full scope family medicine excluding OB in an outpatient practice. Inpatient medicine call and coverage is managed by the Hospitalist program at Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, a 37-bed acute-care facility.

Carilion Clinic, a community-based, integrated health system is an organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. We are the largest not-for-profit integrated health system serving nearly one million people in Virginia, with seven hospitals, 220+ physician practice locations, and 25 GME programs. This network of 750+ multi-specialty physicians in over 70 specialties offers Carilion physicians faster access to patient information and history with a sophisticated, fully integrated electronic medical record system (EPIC) and excellent access to sub-specialty consultation. Our mission driven organization is built on progress and academic partnerships.

Rocky Mount is situated in Franklin County, approximately 50,000 population, and is a bedroom community to Roanoke which is located 25 miles south. The beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway and 22,000-acre 500-mile shoreline Smith Mountain Lake are both conveniently located an equidistance of 25 miles west and east from Rocky Mount, offering hiking, biking, boating, sailing, and superb fishing. The area offers a somewhat rural, more relaxed lifestyle with the benefit of a metropolitan area nearby.

Site qualifies for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC).

Misc Benefits

• Health/Vision with Wellness Incentives and Pharmacy
• Dental
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Retirement Savings Plans - 403(b) and Deferred Compensation
• Defined benefit pension plan
• PAID malpractice and tail

Other Income Details

The posted salary range may not reflect the full value of the total compensation package. You are eligible to participate in the Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus compensation programs to improve the minimum salary. Historical averages of Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary. In addition, comprehensive benefits and pension offerings further enhance the overall rewards package.

Practice Description

Serving an area of nearly 50,000 people, the practice provides outpatient care to children and adults. The office utilizes an advanced access appointment system, computerized medical records, centralized registration and billing, and offers waived laboratory services.

Practice History

Founded in 1975 by Dr. Francis Amos and Dr. Jack Bumgardner, the practice joined Carilion Health System in 1996. Both physicians have served the Rocky Mount and Franklin County community for more than 35 years.

Practice Setting

Rural topography; suburban feel

Facility Description

Located in Rocky Mount, Virginia, Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital has been an integral part of the local community since opening its doors in 1952. As a full affiliate of Carilion Health System, CFMH is able to provide technologically advanced care and services, yet remains a not-for-profit, community-owned facility governed by its local board. There are 260 full-time and part-time employees. For fiscal year 2004, there were 2,343 admissions, which is a 7.5% increase over fiscal year 2003. Average length of stay is 3.44. Recent facility upgrades include construction of a 3-story MOB, renovation and expansion of ER and outpatient surgical suite, relocation and enhancement of physical rehab department, and expanded specialty clinic area. CFMH is dedicated to providing quality care with a personal touch. Staff consistently score above the national average in patient satisfaction surveys regarding staff attitude, understanding and teamwork. State-of-the-art medical advances such as bar-coding technology for medication administration, computerized medical records, and wireless connectivity throughout the facility have been implemented. The Franklin County physician community has increased with the addition of a new internal medicine practice in the rapidly-growing portion of Franklin County bordering Smith Mountain Lake, a year-round resort area. Three new general internists have been recruited, and recruitment is ongoing to meet the needs of the community resulting from the current population growth. As part of the local community, the staff of CFMH is involved with community education and health fairs, and takes to heart the hospital's mission to "...provide access to the full spectrum of quality healthcare and related services, improve health status, and promote healthy lifestyles in the community served."

Location Description

Rocky Mount, a town of 8,000, is situated in Franklin County, approximately 50,000 population, and is a bedroom community to Roanoke which is located 25 miles south. The beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway and 22,000-acre 500-mile shoreline Smith Mountain Lake are both conveniently located an equidistance of 25 miles west and east from Rocky Mount, offering hiking, biking, boating, sailing, and superb fishing. The area offers a somewhat rural, more relaxed lifestyle with the benefit of a metropolitan area nearby.

Community Description

Franklin County, VA, is an area carved from mountainous terrain with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Franklin County is the largest county in Virginia by area, consisting of 692 sq miles of land & 9.5 sq miles of water. Three-fourths of the county is level to rolling land. Nature's beauty and natural resources attracted the first settlers in the mid 1700s. European immigrants joined Native Americans and African Americans to create a cultural melting pot. Franklin County still offers a rich combination of rural character, old-world charm and southern hospitality. It is a place where small towns coexist with neighboring cities, and folk artistry blends comfortably with urban amenities.

Student Loan Forgiveness

Yes, available