Family Medicine Opening in Franklin, NC

**Family Medicine Opening in Franklin, NC**
Asheville 68m; Chattanooga TN 139m

A well-established primary care practice in Franklin, NC is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Family Medicine Physician to join its growing team. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this position offers a rare combination of excellent work-life balance, strong clinical support, and a vibrant mountain-lifestyle community.

* Outpatient-only practice with shared phone call
* Located in Franklin, NC, affiliated with a regional hospital
* Supportive administrative team with assistance in billing, coding, staffing, and operations
* Reasonable daily patient volumes
* EMR: Athena
* APP supervision required
* Approved NHSC site
* Blend of clinical autonomy and practice support for ideal work-life balance
* Visa Sponsorship: Eligible for J-1 waiver support via Conrad 30, ARC, DRA, or HHS (depending on specialty/location).

**Compensation & Benefits:**

* Competitive base salary + wRVU-based production bonus
* Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
* Student loan repayment assistance available
* Paid time off and CME allowance with dedicated CME days
* Retirement plan and comprehensive health benefits
* Paid malpractice and professional liability coverage
* Residency stipend available for early commitment
* Marketing and practice growth support

**Community & Lifestyle:**
Located in western North Carolina, Franklin and nearby Sylva offer access to some of the most scenic natural areas in the southeastern U.S., including:

* The Great Smoky Mountains National Park
* The Nantahala Outdoor Center (whitewater, rafting, kayaking)
* Dozens of hiking and biking trails, waterfalls, and trout streams
* Mountain golf, skiing, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene
* Nearby college town of Cullowhee, home to Western Carolina University
* Just 50 minutes to Asheville, 2 hours to Knoxville, and 3 hours to Charlotte