Primary Care Physician

Primary Care Physician – Coastal Health / Waycross, Blackshear GA

Coastal Health is currently searching for a Primary Care Physician to join our growing, patient-centered team in Blackshear GA. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative, compassionate, and well-established practice committed to delivering exceptional care. 

Position Overview: 

As a Primary Care Physician at Coastal Health, you will: 

• Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical exams, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for a specified patient population. 

• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions. 

• Refer patients to specialists and coordinate care as needed. 

• Work collaboratively with a team that includes 1 Nurse Practitioner and 1 part-time physician. 

• Participate in health promotion, education, and prevention programs as needed. 

• Follow established departmental policies and safety/infection control standards. 

This is an outpatient-only position – no inpatient coverage required. 

Qualified Candidates Must: 

• Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine 

• Hold or be eligible for an unrestricted license to practice in Florida 

• Have no history of license revocation, restriction, or suspension 

• Have a current, unrestricted DEA registration 

Incentives / Benefits Package: 

• Competitive compensation 

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short & long-term disability) 

• PTO and CME allowance, including paid holidays 

• Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Allowance 

Minimum Job Requirements: 

• Medical Doctor (M.D. or D.O.) with 3–5 years of directly related experience (including residency) 

• Federal DEA Certification 

• Board Certification or Eligibility in a specified area of medical specialty 

Required Skills & Abilities: 

• Strong diagnostic, treatment, and communication skills 

• Ability to assess, observe, and document symptoms and progress 

• Knowledge of medical care standards, pharmaceuticals, and patient care protocols 

• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment 

• Experience training or advising clinical staff is a plus 

About Coastal Health: 

Coastal Health is a multi-specialty healthcare organization headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, serving patients across a wide spectrum of medical needs. With over 80 certified providers and 500 staff members, we deliver high-quality care across various specialties including: 

• Primary Care, Spine & Pain, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, Nephrology, Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Ambulatory Surgery Centers. 

Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care to patients at all stages of life—from infants to seniors. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you! 

Minimum Job Requirements:
Medical doctor with 3 to 5 years of directly related experience which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty.

Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise, advice, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.