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Family Physician

Kinston Community Health
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North Carolina, USA
Aug 13, 2026
Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description

The Family Physician provides comprehensive, evidence-based primary healthcare services to patients across the lifespan consistent with Family Medicine or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics (Med-Peds) training. The Family Physician diagnoses and treats acute and chronic illnesses, promotes preventive care, manages complex medical conditions, and coordinates patient-centered care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. This position supports Kinston Health’s mission by delivering high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare while maintaining compliance with all applicable clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.

Certifications & Licenses:

  • Current unrestricted North Carolina medical license or ability to obtain prior to employment.
  • Current DEA registration or ability to obtain prior to employment.
  • Current North Carolina Controlled Substance Registration (where applicable).
  • Current BLS certification.
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics (Med-Peds).
  • Maintain all credentialing and privileging requirements.

Experience:

  • Completion of an accredited Family Medicine or Med-Peds residency.
  • FQHC or community health experience preferred.
  • Experience with electronic health records preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Comprehensive knowledge of primary care medicine across the lifespan.
  • Knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
  • Ability to diagnose and manage acute, chronic, and preventive healthcare needs.
  • Strong clinical assessment and medical decision-making skills.
  • Ability to perform office-based procedures within scope of practice.
  • Ability to interpret laboratory and diagnostic findings.
  • Knowledge of CMS, HRSA, HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission, and NCQA standards as applicable.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team.
  • Excellent communication and patient education skills.
  • Ability to establish trusting relationships with diverse patient populations.
  • Strong documentation and EHR proficiency.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality of care.
  • Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive primary medical care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients within the physician's scope of practice.
  • Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
  • Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations.
  • Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine.
  • Prescribe medications appropriately and monitor therapeutic effectiveness.
  • Perform office-based procedures consistent with training and privileging.
  • Provide preventive healthcare services including wellness examinations, immunizations, screenings, and health counseling.
  • Coordinate referrals to specialists and community resources when appropriate.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning.
  • Complete accurate, timely documentation within the electronic health record.
  • Respond to patient messages, medication refill requests, and other clinical communications promptly.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement activities.
  • Meet organizational productivity and quality benchmarks.
  • Maintain current licensure, certifications, CME, and credentialing requirements.
  • Supervise Advanced Practice Providers when assigned and consistent with state law and organizational policy.
  • Participate in call coverage as assigned.
  • Adhere to all HIPAA, OSHA, HRSA, FTCA, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Schedule

  • Must be able and comfortable working in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, clinical environments and office spaces.
  • Must be able to work nights and weekends as departmental needs arise.

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