Primary Care Internal Medicine Physician – Academic Outpatient Practice

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Williamsburg, VA
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First (Days)
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Primary Care Overview:
Primary Care Internal Medicine Physician – Academic Outpatient Practice
Location:  Williamsburg, Virginia
Health System:  Sentara Health
Academic Affiliation:  Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)
Residency Program:  Sentara–EVMS Internal Medicine Residency Program – Williamsburg Position Type:  Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)
Schedule:  Outpatient, Monday–Friday

Position Overview
Sentara Health is seeking a  Primary Care Internal Medicine Physician  to join a well-established outpatient practice at a brand-new location in  Williamsburg, Virginia  and play a key role in a  newly established Internal Medicine residency program  in affiliation with  Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) .
This is an exciting opportunity to serve as  founding clinical faculty , combining high-quality outpatient internal medicine with meaningful involvement in the development, mentorship, and education of medical students and internal medicine residents. The position is ideal for a physician who enjoys teaching, values collaborative care, and is motivated by shaping a growing academic program within a supportive, mission-driven health system.

Clinical & Teaching Responsibilities

- Provide full-spectrum outpatient internal medicine care to adult patients

- Supervise, mentor, and educate medical students and residents in the ambulatory setting

- Serve as a clinical educator within a  new Internal Medicine residency program

- Participate in curriculum development, learner evaluation, and resident continuity clinic

- Serve as a clinical role model emphasizing evidence-based, patient-centered care

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including nursing, care coordination, and specialty services

- Contribute to quality improvement, scholarly, and educational initiatives within Sentara and EVMS

Qualifications

- MD or DO; board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine

- Eligible for or holding an unrestricted Virginia medical license

- Strong interest in outpatient medicine and graduate medical education

- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and mentoring skills

- Prior teaching experience or interest in residency program development preferred, but not required

About Sentara Health
Sentara Health is an integrated, not-for-profit healthcare system serving Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and community health, Sentara offers physicians the resources of a large health system while fostering a strong culture of physician leadership, collaboration, and academic growth.

About Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)
EVMS is nationally recognized for its focus on community-based medical education and excellence in clinical training. Through this role, physicians will help shape the next generation of internists by contributing to a  new residency program designed to emphasize ambulatory excellence, continuity of care, and community engagement .

Why Williamsburg, Virginia?
Williamsburg offers an exceptional quality of life, blending  historic charm with modern amenities . Highlights include:

- A picturesque, walkable historic district and vibrant arts and culture scene

- Easy access to  Richmond, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach

- Proximity to beaches, rivers, and outdoor recreation

- Highly rated schools and family-friendly neighborhoods

- A pace of life and cost of living that support true work–life balance

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive salary with productivity and quality incentives

- Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and malpractice coverage

- CME allowance and generous paid time off

- Predictable outpatient schedule

- Protected teaching time (role-dependent)

- Supportive academic and clinical leadership

- Opportunities for  academic advancement and leadership roles  within a growing residency program

- Academic rank with EVMS

Join Us
This position offers a rare opportunity to be part of a  new Internal Medicine residency program  while practicing high-quality outpatient medicine in one of Virginia’s most desirable communities.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to  Shelby Fincham- sxfincha@sentara.com

Benefits Include:

- Permanent Guaranteed Base Salary

- Annual Quality Performance Incentive

- Productivity Bonus opportunity

- Sign on Bonus

- Starting Bonus

- Residency Stipend option

- Flexible Schedules

- Loan Repayment eligible (Sentara is a 501(c)3 non-profit)

- Retirement Package with Matching Contribution

- 3% Additional Company Contribution to Retirement Plan

- Comprehensive Benefits Package including Health, Vision, Dental, Disability and more

- Physician Time Off

- Malpractice and Tail coverage

- CME expense reimbursement

- Fully integrated EMR ( Epic )

- PSLF eligible, Non-Profit

- DAX Medical Scribe

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $256,505.60 - $353,808.00 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:
North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.