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General Information

Location
Wake Forest Health Network
3150 N Elm St, Greensboro, NC
Greensboro, North Carolina
Care Delivery Brand
Atrium Health - Wake Forest Baptist

Description & Requirements

Join Wake Forest Baptist as a Pulmonology Physician in Hickory, 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.


Highlights
  • 100% outpatient role with occasional inpatient duties
  • Full-time providers work 36 patient-facing hours and 4 administrative hours
  • Office hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • 4.5-day workweek with one afternoon for administrative work
  • Strong community relationships and excellent administrative support
Training and/or Experience Required
  • Graduation from an accredited medical school (M.D./D.O.).
  • Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency.
  • Completion of a Pulmonary fellowship at an ACGME-accredited institution.
  • Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pulmonary 
  • Current or eligible for North Carolina Medical License.
  • BLS certification by the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
  • Current DEA and DPS registration for prescription writing.

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 Greensboro, North Carolina
Greensboro, North Carolina, is a vibrant city in the heart of the state, known for its rich history, culture, and modern amenities. Home to attractions like the Greensboro Science Center and the International Civil Rights Center & Museum, the city offers a blend of educational and recreational opportunities.

With excellent institutions like the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro has a dynamic and youthful atmosphere. The historic downtown area features unique shops, local restaurants, and cultural venues, creating a lively hub for residents and visitors.

Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy numerous parks, trails, and recreational facilities. The city's strong sense of community is evident through its many local events and festivals. Whether exploring historic sites or enjoying the vibrant arts scene, Greensboro, NC, offers a warm and inviting environment for all.

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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