Physician
Listed compensation
$220k-$250k
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Job Description
Join a Premier National Physician Group Expanding in the Charlotte Metro
Charlotte is the heartbeat of the Carolinas—a city defined by growth, ambition, and a high quality of life. But even in the "Queen City," top-tier physicians shouldn't have to sacrifice their lifestyle for their careers. Skilled Wound Care is seeking motivated physicians to lead wound care initiatives within Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the Charlotte Metro, including Mecklenburg, Gaston, and Union counties.
Whether you are looking to escape the rigid bureaucracy of the "Big Two" regional systems or a physician seeking clinical autonomy outside the high-pressure hospital environment, we offer a high-impact path without the corporate red tape.
The Charlotte Physician Advantage
In a region where "on-call" often means missing a Panthers kickoff or a weekend at Lake Norman, we offer a refreshing alternative:
The "No-Call" Lifestyle: No nights, no weekends, and absolutely no pagers. This is a true M-F opportunity that lets you actually enjoy a Saturday at the USNWC or a quick weekend getaway to the High Country.
Clinical Autonomy: Direct patient outcomes based on your expertise—not a hospital board’s sub-committee or a complex corporate hierarchy.
Smarter Documentation: Our custom software is designed to slash admin time, ensuring you aren't stuck in an EMR portal while the rest of the city is at a brewery in South End.
Meaningful Clinical Work
- Utilize the latest advancements in wound healing to change lives in local North Carolina communities:
- Surgical Debridement and other bedside procedures.
- Advanced Dressings and specialized wound protocols.
- Collaborative Care within the post-acute setting.
Compensation & Benefits
- Average Annual Earnings: $220,000 – $250,000 (No earning cap as an Independent Contractor).
- High Achievers: Top performers earn $300,000+ via performance bonuses.
- Pay Structure: Per-patient and per-procedure pay + quarterly bonus programs.
Expert Training: We bridge the gap between your current specialty and wound care with 36 hours of company-provided CME, workshops, and specialized training throughout the year
Requirements
- Medical Degree: MD or DO from an accredited institution.
- Unrestricted/Clear North Carolina Medical License: (Or eligibility to obtain one).
- DEA License (or eligibility to obtain one).
Open Background: We welcome Surgeons of all backgrounds, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine physicians. No previous wound care experience is required; we provide comprehensive specialty training.
How to Apply
Escape the corporate grind and reclaim your schedule. Please apply on Indeed or visit our website at skilledwoundcare.com to submit your CV and learn more about this exciting opportunity in the Greater Charlotte area.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will lead wound care initiatives within skilled nursing facilities by performing surgical debridement and specialized wound protocols. They will also engage in collaborative care within post-acute settings to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician at Skilled Wound Care a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Wound Care — ranked against 116 active Wound Care listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Wound Care — Physician Career Context
Skilled Wound Care holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 81/100, 24 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$235k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $249k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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