State of Franklin Healthcare Associates, an independent, physician owned, professionally managed multispecialty group seeks BC/BE Rheumatologist to join an established practice in Johnson City, TN.  Clinic hours Monday-Friday 8-5.  Join a group that prioritizes work/life balance, physician autonomy, a culture of camaraderie, and a team-based approach to patient care.

Opportunity :  We are recruiting for a provider to take over a retiring physician’s robust practice.

• Manage and treat patients with rheumatic diseases (musculoskeletal system, soft tissues, autoimmune diseases and connective tissue disorders)
• Join busy, established practice with 2 other Rheumatologists and 5 midlevels
• Easy access to infusion center
• Ancillary services include bone density, x-ray and lab
• Large primary care referral base and multi-specialty partnership as referral source
• Busy, high value practice, coupled with an unparalleled quality of life
• ESOP :   Participation in ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) fully funded by the company upon eligibility

Compensation/Benefits :  Competitive guaranteed starting compensation per MGMA data.

• Potential signing incentives
• Full family health, dental and vision benefits
• Malpractice
• Excellent Pension
• CME allowance and days

Must be BC/BE, completed a Rheumatology fellowship and eligible for licensure.  Physicians completing fellowships are encouraged to apply.  Ability to communicate with compassion and effectiveness to patients.

Community :   Work/Life Balance is important and we know that you will find that SoFHA will fit your individual and family needs!

• Excellent place to live and raise a family—safe, affordable neighborhoods and excellent public and private schools
• We are an hour from Asheville, NC and 90 minutes from Knoxville, TN
• Known for Southern hospitality—neighbors help neighbors and take pride in their community
• We are a “melting pot” of various cultures
• Life here is great—away from the rush and traffic of city life, but still easy access to larger cities.
• Easy access regional airport for uncomplicated travel
• Booming food/brewery culture and year-round festivals to enjoy
• Destination for outdoor activities
• Temperate climate with 4 distinct seasons

State of Franklin Healthcare Associates  (SOFHA) is an employee-owned, physician-led group located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Since its founding in 1998, SOFHA has provided state-of-the-art primary healthcare services to patients of all ages within the region. Our board-certified physicians, physician extenders, and medical staff strive to enhance the quality of life by providing excellent, patient-centered care.

SOFHA’s integrated healthcare delivery includes primary and specialty care physician practices. In addition, we have outpatient care sites and homecare services including an acute care clinic, diabetes clinic,  echo-cardiograms, clinical laboratory services, physical therapy, women’s physical therapy, a sleep center, and ultrasound. We support our patients by providing blood pressure monitoring programs, case management and care coordination, chronic care management, diabetic programs, home visits, pharmacists on-site, social workers, and behavioral therapists. State of Franklin Healthcare Associates aims to provide outstanding levels of access and convenience for patients and their families.

State of Franklin Healthcare Associates practices are recognized as Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) practices by National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

The Patient-Centered Medical Home is a model of care that puts patients at the forefront of care. PCMHs build better relationships between people and their clinical care teams. Research shows that they improve quality, the patient experience and staff satisfaction, while reducing health care costs.

This recognition reflects our commitment to providing quality improvements within our practice and a patient-centered approach to care, resulting in happier and healthier patients.

State of Franklin Healthcare Associates is affiliated with the East Tennessee State University College of Pharmacy, which operates a clinical practice site for diabetes. Our joint ventures include:

• Accountable Care Coalition of TN (SMG/SOFHA)
• Medical Specialists of Johnson City (Ballad Health/SOFHA)
• Qualuable Medical Professionals (MCLLC, MRFM, MEAC, SOFHA)
• Primary Care Partners (MRFM/SOFHA)