Internal Medicine DNP Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Spruce Pine, North Carolina

Job description

About the facility

This primary care outpatient facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to adult patients with established protocols for routine medical care. The facility operates during standard business hours and maintains appropriate medical infrastructure to support quality patient care delivery within the primary care framework.

About the facility location

Spruce Pine offers diverse outdoor recreational activities including gemstone mining at Gem Mountain Gemstone Mine and Rio Doce Gem Mine, along with natural landmarks such as Linville Falls and Crabtree Falls. The area features family-oriented destinations like Backyard Terrors Dinosaur Park and educational experiences at locations such as Toe River Arts and the Blue Ridge Soap Shed. Visitors can explore historical sites and engage in outdoor activities at Riverside Park and surrounding natural areas.

About the clinician's workday

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive primary care services Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a 4-day work week option available. Clinical responsibilities focus on geriatric care including health physicals, check-ups, and chronic care management for the adult patient population. The clinician will work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and medical assistants onsite to ensure quality patient care delivery.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: MD, APP, MA
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes