Physician - Family Medicine - Van Buren, AR
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About The Position
Mercy Fort Smith is currently seeking a board certified or board eligible physician to join our practice in Van Buren, Arkansas. Our Mercy Primary Care team in Van Buren consists of 2 physicians, 1 advanced practitioner, and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care. The position offers a Monday-Friday schedule with minimal phone call responsibilities, and Mercy On-Call support for after-hours needs. The practice utilizes EPIC EHR, and has X-Ray and Lab facilities on-site, ensuring that our physicians have the tools they need to provide excellent care to our patients. This position offers an integrated health system with a competitive income guarantee and a productivity-based model. We provide flexible and significant recruitment incentives tailored to your needs, including a sign-on/commencement bonus and resident/fellow stipends. Comprehensive benefits start on day one, including health, dental, vision, and continuing medical education (CME) support. Additionally, retirement plans are available with employer contributions and matching options. A relocation package and professional liability coverage are also provided. As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and this location is eligible for H1B sponsorship. Living in Fort Smith, Arkansas, offers an excellent quality of life with scenic mountain views and proximity to lakes and streams for fishing, kayaking, and boating. Residents can enjoy beautiful neighborhoods right next to the hospital or more rural settings with land less than 20 minutes away. The area is rich in recreational opportunities, including golf, tennis, hiking, biking trails, and numerous gyms. Fort Smith is rated #4 in the US for the lowest cost of living by Kiplinger magazine, and has a population of 90,000, making it the third largest city in Arkansas. The city boasts award-winning preK-12 educational options, including public, private, and parochial schools, as well as local colleges and a state university. Convenient air travel is available through the regional airport. Mercy physicians are pioneering a new model of care as part of one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the U.S. This physician-led and professionally managed multi-specialty group is foundational to the care and well-being of our patients across seven states, delivered cohesively through 43 hospitals, 900 physician practices, outpatient facilities, and a robust virtual care platform. Working with Mercy provides all the advantages of a large organization balanced by an uncompromising commitment to engage physicians in leading and designing patient- and consumer-centric care. Our environment is friendly and collaborative, rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the most personalized experience we can deliver. We are committed to advancing diversity and inclusion within our Mercy ministry, cherishing each person as created in the image of God and striving for excellence in establishing an environment of dignity for all.
