Outpatient Family Medicine Physician in Galax, Virginia at Carilion Clinic

Carilion Clinic Family Medicine Galax is seeking a full-time Family Medicine Physician to join their outpatient-only practice, which includes two physicians and four advanced clinical practitioners. Located in Galax, Virginia, the practice offers a supportive and collaborative environment, and is open to flexible work arrangements, including job-sharing opportunities. The clinic features an impressive lab and x-ray department comparable to those found in small hospitals, providing comprehensive lab services, digital x-rays, ultrasound studies, and stress testing. The practice is supported by a sophisticated EMR system (EPIC), along with centralized patient registration and billing. A new facility was opened in January 2020, enhancing the patient experience and modernizing care delivery.

Galax, Virginia is a charming small town rich in heritage, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Despite its peaceful, rural setting, it enjoys convenient access to major city amenities, with Winston-Salem, North Carolina just an hour away, Charlotte 1.5 hours to the south, and Roanoke two hours northeast. Here, you can work and enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle in a friendly, safe community. Galax offers a family-oriented atmosphere, affordable real estate, a low cost of living, and excellent educational opportunities, making it an ideal place to settle down. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless adventure across all four seasons, with activities such as golfing, fishing, hunting, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, and hiking. The city serves as a trailhead for the New River Trail, a 57-mile linear Rails to Trails path perfect for horseback riding, hiking, and biking, while the scenic New Riverone of the oldest rivers in the worldflows nearby. Galax is also renowned for its cultural heritage, hosting the largest Old Time Bluegrass International Fiddlers Convention and the Blue Ridge Music Center.

Carilion Clinic is a community-based, integrated health system where innovation, collaboration, and ideas are valued. As the largest not-for-profit integrated health system in Virginia, Carilion serves nearly one million people through seven hospitals, more than 295 physician practice locations, and 30 graduate medical education programs. Our network includes over 860 multi-specialty physicians across 85+ specialties, supported by a fully integrated Epic electronic medical record and strong access to subspecialty consultation. Carilion is a mission-driven organization with a strong commitment to progress, education, and academic partnerships.

ABMS/AOA board-certified or board-eligible Family Medicine physician

Carilion Clinic offers a competitive salary with incentives tied to productivity and quality metrics, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid malpractice and tail coverage, health insurance, and retirement benefits, including a fully funded pension plan.

Student Loan Repayment Benefits

Carilion Clinic offers strong student loan repayment support, including the opportunity to apply for the Virginia state matching program (VDH). Carilion Clinic is also an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, and this site qualifies for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment program.

Carilion Clinic offers a competitive salary with incentive tied to productivity and quality criteria. Salary range is $220,000-$320,000 annually. The posted salary range may not reflect the full value of the total compensation package. You are eligible to participate in the Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus compensation programs to improve the minimum salary. Historical averages of Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary . In addition, comprehensive benefits and pension offerings further enhance the overall rewards package.