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Family Medicine Physician – Bon Secours Franklin Family Medicine | Franklin, VA
Find purpose, balance, and community with Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Bon Secours Franklin Family Medicine is seeking a compassionate Family Medicine Physician to join our well-established, patient-focused practice in beautiful Franklin, Virginia. Whether you’re an experienced clinician or a new graduate ready to start your career, you’ll find a supportive environment that values teamwork, autonomy, and the joy of practicing medicine the way it’s meant to be.
You’ll work alongside a highly experienced Family Nurse Practitioner and collaborate with other regional primary care providers in a collegial network that puts patients—and providers—first.
Why You’ll Love This Role
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Flexible schedule options: Choose 5 eight-hour days or 4 ten-hour days between 7 AM and 5 PM
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Manageable patient load: Up to 20 patients per day across all ages, with a low pediatric panel
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Light call schedule: 1:7 rotation shared equally among group physicians
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Generous time off: Up to 35 days of annual ATO, additional 8 weeks of paid parental leave also available
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Hybrid care model: Mix of in-person visits and telehealth to serve patients where they are
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Opportunities to teach: Precept medical students and residents when available
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Professional growth: Participate in committees, leadership roles, and special interest initiatives
Tools & Support That Let You Focus on Care
- EPIC EMR, MyChart telemedicine, DAX Copilot A/I which helps our providers to focus on their patients in real-time and minimizes after-hours patient charting
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Dedicated Clinical Informaticist for documentation and billing efficiency
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Direct access to local CMO and Finance Director for mentorship and transparency
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Strong team culture with administrative support and shared best practices
Comprehensive Benefits
Bon Secours offers a best-in-class well-being program supporting mind, body, and spirit, including:
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, FSA
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Company-paid life insurance (2x base)
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Short- and Long-Term Disability (employer-paid)
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403(b) with company match and retirement savings options
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Well-being and work/life programs—mental health support, legal and convenience services, health coaching, and more
Qualifications
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Board Certified/Board Eligible in Family Medicine (ABFM/ABMS)
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Completion of a U.S.-based Family Medicine Residency
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Authorized to work in the U.S.
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Passion for providing compassionate, high-quality, community-based care
Bon Secours Mercy Health is a not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization—eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
About Franklin, Virginia
Nestled in Virginia’s Tidewater region, Franklin is known as “the middle of everywhere”—offering small-town warmth with easy access to it all.
Located near the North Carolina border, Franklin is just a short drive from Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Colonial Williamsburg, and the Outer Banks. The community offers excellent public and private schools, low crime, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation—from golf and tennis to fishing, boating, and hiking.
With four beautiful seasons, welcoming neighbors, and true Southern hospitality, Franklin is the perfect place to build a meaningful career and a fulfilling life.
Apply Today!
Join a practice where you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired every day.
Contact our in-house Physician Recruiter to share your CV and learn more about this incredible opportunity.
Why Bon Secours Mercy Health?
You're in good company here! Bon Secours is the 5th largest faith-based hospital system in the United States. More than 2,600 providers have chosen to join our team in our 50 hospitals and 600 outpatient practices located in 7 states along the Mid-Atlantic and Ireland. We're strong. We're growing and financially sustainable. What this means for you is options for your career in medical practice.
Why Hampton Roads Virginia?
Hampton Roads is situated in the middle of the Eastern seaboard where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, with 29 miles of oceanfront shoreline. It is the second largest metro area between Atlanta and Washington, DC and is home to 1.7 million people in our 7 cities making up "The 757." We have beaches, waterways, rolling rural countryside, history,culture, diverse ethnicity and a vibrant food and beverage scene. National corporate headquarters, great schools and centers of higher learning,and comfortable year round temperatures make it a welcoming place to live!