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General Information

Location
Atrium Health Union
600 Hospital Dr
Monroe & Union County, North Carolina
Care Delivery Brand
Atrium Health

Description & Requirements

Join Atrium Health as a Pulmonary / Critical Care Physician in Monroe, North Carolina —part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country.

At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.

Highlights
  • FTE: 1.0
  • Specialty: Pulmonary / Critical Care
  • Site of Services: Atrium Health Pulmonology Medicine – Union; Union West; Waxhaw
  • Practice spans three outpatient sites and two hospitals
  • Mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
  • Small practice with an excellent referral base and access to tertiary care within 30 miles
  • Strong mix of pulmonary pathology
  • Collegial group with support for academic and professional interests
  • Multiple Atrium Health–affiliated Internal Medicine and Family Medicine practices providing consultative volume
  • Academic opportunities supported based on individual interest
  • Call Schedule: Shared call within a group of six physicians
  • Shifts: Outpatient Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; inpatient coverage 24/7
  • Staff/Support: Established group of six physicians with strong collegial relationships
  • Procedures: Broad pulmonary and critical care procedural exposure
  • EMR: EPIC
  • Access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic
  • Commitment to providing safe and equitable care for all patients
  • Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
Training and/or Experience Required
  • M.D. or D.O. with completion of an accredited residency program
  • Completion of an accredited Pulmonary / Critical Care Fellowship Program
  • Board Eligible/Certified in Pulmonary / Critical Care 
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in North Carolina
  • Active DEA in North Carolina
Benefits
  • Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
  • Educational assistance and professional development programs
  • Paid medical liability insurance
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
  • Relocation assistance

About Monroe & Union County, North Carolina
Monroe, nestled in the heart of Union County, offers the perfect blend of small-town warmth and modern living. Known for its friendly, family-oriented community, the city truly lives by its motto, "Where Heartland Meets High Tech", reflecting a balance of traditional values and contemporary amenities. Despite being one of the largest cities in the county, Monroe maintains a charming, small-town feel. The historic downtown district, with its beautifully preserved Victorian and Classical Revival architecture, invites you to enjoy local shops, cozy cafes, and community events that bring people together throughout the year. Whether you're looking for vibrant community festivals, peaceful neighborhoods, or convenient access to urban centers, Monroe and Union County provide a welcoming atmosphere for individuals and families alike.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you’re joining a team that’s committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you’ll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.

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