About this opportunity
Telos Health Systems lists this Medical Director & Skilled Nursing Facility Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) opportunity in walnut cove, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position: Medical Director & Skilled Nursing Facility Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Walnut Cove, NC
Job Id: 3276
# of Openings: 1
Medical Director & Skilled Nursing Facility Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
Location: Walnut Cove, NC
Position Type: W2 | Part-Time | Flexible Schedule
Specialties: Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Emergency Medicine
Practice Setting: Skilled Nursing Facilities (Post-Acute & Long-Term Care)
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Physician (MD/DO) to join our team in a dual-role position providing on-site primary care services within skilled nursing facilities while serving as Medical Director. This role includes fully funded participation in Certified Medical Director (CMD) training, offering an excellent pathway into clinical leadership.
This opportunity is ideal for physicians seeking a flexible and predictable schedule while continuing their existing practice. Providers benefit from strong clinical support, manageable patient volume, and meaningful leadership development opportunities within post-acute and long-term care medicine.
Why Join Us
Uncapped RVU-based compensation for clinical services
Separate fixed Medical Director stipend
Predictable and manageable patient volume
Strong NP/PA support for routine and regulatory care
Billable telehealth encounters performed by physicians or APPs
Fully funded Certified Medical Director (CMD) training
No administrative overhead or practice management burden
Opportunity to maintain your current practice while expanding locally
Structured workflows designed to support provider efficiency and work-life balance
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide on-site primary care services to residents in skilled nursing facilities
Assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
Evaluate residents experiencing significant changes in condition
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams and facility leadership
Supervise and support NP/PA clinicians delivering routine and regulatory visits
Participate in quality improvement and patient care initiatives
Participate in a structured and predictable after-hours call schedule
Manage urgent clinical issues through telehealth coverage
Telehealth encounters are provider-delivered and billable
Call volume is well-supported and designed to remain manageable
Medical Director Responsibilities & CMD Training
Physicians in this role will also function as Medical Director for assigned skilled nursing facilities while receiving sponsored Certified Medical Director (CMD) training.
Areas of leadership development include:
Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI)
Regulatory compliance and survey readiness
Interdisciplinary team leadership
Skilled nursing facility operations and best practices
CMD certification is not required to begin. All training expenses are fully funded.
Compensation
Clinical Services
Uncapped RVU-based compensation
Supported by stable and predictable visit volume
Competitive earnings from both on-site and provider-delivered telehealth services
Medical Director Role
Separate fixed monthly stipend
Not RVU-based
Not dependent on facility census
Consistently paid regardless of visit volume
Additional Support
EHR platform, telehealth tools, and administrative support provided
Support & Infrastructure
Dedicated NP/PA clinical support team
Administrative coordination and scheduling assistance
Company-provided EHR and telehealth platforms
Streamlined workflows to minimize provider burden
Qualifications
MD or DO degree required
Board Certified or Board Eligible in one of the following:
Internal Medicine
Family Medicine
Geriatrics
Emergency Medicine
Active Kentucky medical license (or ability to obtain)
Interest in post-acute care, leadership development, and community-based medicine
We offer a flexible and comprehensive benefits package designed to support professional growth, financial wellness, and work-life balance.
Available to All Employees (Part-Time & Full-Time)
Flexible scheduling and work-life balance
Hybrid model combining in-person care with virtual charting
Company-provided equipment, including a Microsoft Surface Pro tablet with accessories
Mileage reimbursement in accordance with company travel policy
Company-branded merchandise
Professional & Clinical Support
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage with $1M/$3M limits
Annual $1,000 allowance for CEUs, licensure, and professional development
Additional professional growth and leadership support
(Available to employees working 30+ hours/week following eligibility period)
Health & Retirement
401(k) retirement plan through Nationwide
Medical and prescription coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental and vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare
Voluntary Benefits (through Aflac)
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term disability coverage
Hospital indemnity coverage
Critical illness coverage
Voluntary life insurance options
Paid Time Off & Holidays
PTO starting at 15 days annually
Six paid holidays: New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Telos Health Systems is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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Worksite address
walnut cove, NC, 27052, US
Who can apply
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