Part-Time Physician (MD or DO)

Description:

Location: Engelhard, North Carolina

Schedule: Part-Time (2–3 days per week; flexible based on provider preference)

Ready for a career where your patients know your name? Engelhard Medical Center, part of Ocracoke Health Center, Inc., is seeking a Part-Time Physician (MD or DO) to join our dedicated care team in rural Hyde County. We provide excellent, compassionate care in a community shaped by fishing, farming, and small-town life.

We are a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), which means we provide comprehensive primary care services to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, and focus on serving underserved and rural communities. FQHC status also allows us to offer additional support and resources to our patients and staff.

About the Role:

• Provide primary and preventive care to patients of all ages
• Part-time schedule — typically 2–3 days per week with flexibility based on provider preference
• Patient panel of approximately 300–400 to support meaningful continuity of care
• Collaborate with experienced physicians and clinical staff in a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Enjoy a balanced schedule with no on-call schedule
• Participate in community health initiatives that make a real difference

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Malpractice insurance premiums covered by the organization
• Eligibility for the North Carolina Loan Repayment Program (NC LRP) and National Health Service Corp Loan Repayment Program (NHSC LRP) (pro-rated awards are available for part-time!)
• A meaningful role in improving community health

Requirements:

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Is a licensed MD or DO in North Carolina (or eligible)
• Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine (or similar)
• Values teamwork and collaborative patient care
• Enjoys building long-term relationships with patients and the community
• Wants to live and work in a place where work-life balance is more than just a phrase

Ready to practice medicine in a place that values community, connection, and quality of life? Apply today and let’s chat about making Engelhard your new home!