Staff Physician

Responsibilities

Norton Community Medical Associates, the primary care practice arm of Norton Medical Group, is recruiting primary care physicians to join our diverse care team specializing in family medicine.  We have over 50 locations throughout Greater Louisville and surrounding areas.  From urban to rural locations, large to small practices, and population mixes of all types, our Norton Community Medical Associates adult primary care practices offer you an opportunity to practice primary care in a setting that fits your career goals while always being connected to the area’s leading health care provider, Norton Healthcare.

Norton Medical Group, a part of Norton Healthcare in Louisville, Kentucky, continues to expand to meet the health care needs of residents in Greater Louisville. By far the largest network of employed medical providers in the area, Norton Medical Group operates a highly successful employment model that provides for the business operation of its practices, allowing physicians to focus on quality care for patients.

About the Positions

• $60,000 sign-on bonus in addition to a $100,000 recruitment incentive for residents or a $60,000 retention bonus for experienced candidates
• Full-time schedules of four days a week or part-time in outpatient-only setting
• Hospitalist coverage for patients is available through more than 90 physicians, and more than 30 advanced practice providers
• Continuing medical education (CME) opportunities within Norton Healthcare and funds available for additional CME
• Norton Medical Group provides support staff in each office with a multifunctional team, led by a practice manager, to handle day-to-day operations, including billing, coding, recruiting, information services and more, allowing physicians to focus on patient care
• Recognized by National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home

Key Responsibilities

The physician is responsible for recording a detailed medical history of each patient in the electronic medical record, including, but not limited to, chief complaint, present condition, individual history, and family history. Performing appropriate physical examination of each patient. Analyzing reports and/or findings of tests and personal examinations in order to assess the medical condition of the patient, including diagnosing the patient's injury or illness and formulating a prognosis.

Qualifications

Required:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible