Primary Care Physician

Bath Community Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Vision/Dental benefits

Retirement Matching

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Personal Time Off

Job summary

A rural healthcare facility in Virginia is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join their clinical team. This full-time role involves delivering high-quality care in a collaborative environment within Rural Health Clinics. The ideal candidate will have a passion for rural healthcare, with responsibilities including patient exams, managing illnesses, and providing mentorship. The position offers a competitive benefits package, emphasizing work-life balance in a scenic community.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school required.
• Board certification required within 3 years if eligible.
• Current DEA certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete health histories and perform thorough physical examinations.
• Diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses for patients across the lifespan.
• Prescribe medications and treatments.

Skills

Patient-focused care

Rural healthcare commitment

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Med-Peds

Current Virginia medical license or eligibility for licensure

Job description

$20,000 SIGN-ON BONUS W/ 2-YEAR COMMITMENT

Bath Community Hospital is a patient-focused critical access hospital in rural Virginia committed to delivering exceptional healthcare close to home. With clinics located in Covington, Hot Springs, and Millboro, we provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages while fostering a supportive, team-based work environment. We offer excellent working conditions, a collaborative culture, and opportunities for professional development.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician to join our clinical team and provide high-quality care to patients in our Rural Health Clinics, primarily located in Covington, Virginia. The ideal candidate will be passionate about rural healthcare and committed to building long‑term relationships with patients while delivering comprehensive, evidence‑based primary care.

Job Type

Full‑time

Work Schedule

Four (4) 10‑hour days per week

No on‑call requirements

Responsibilities

• Obtain complete health histories and perform thorough physical examinations.
• Diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans, including preventive care and health maintenance strategies.
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses for patients across the lifespan.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state laws and clinical best practices.
• Coordinate care with specialists, ancillary providers, and community resources as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical team meetings.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to medical staff and participate in the orientation of new clinical providers.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Med‑Peds (Board certification required within 3 years of hire if eligible).
• Current Virginia medical license or eligibility for licensure.
• Current DEA certification.
• Current BLS certification (required).
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications (required but may be obtained upon hire).
• Must be insurable for malpractice coverage.

Benefits

Health/Vision/Dental, Retirement Matching, Life Insurance, Short and Long‑term Disability, Personal Time Off

Why Join BCH

• Meaningful work in a supportive, close‑knit healthcare team.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for leadership, teaching, and professional growth.
• Work‑life balance in a scenic, affordable, rural community with outdoor recreation and a welcoming small‑town lifestyle.

Bath Community Hospital recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.