Primary Care Physician Assistant
Listed compensation
$51–$61 /hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
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Job Description
- Physician Assistant – Primary Care
- Location: Engelhard, North Carolina
- Schedule: Full-time or part-time; flexible scheduling based on provider preference
- Compensation: $51 - $61 per hour, depending on experience
Ocracoke Health Center, Inc. is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the care team at Engelhard Medical Center in rural Hyde County, North Carolina. We provide compassionate, community-focused care in an area shaped by fishing, farming, and small-town life.
As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide comprehensive primary care services to all patients regardless of their ability to pay, with a strong focus on serving rural and underserved communities.
About the Role
- Provide primary and preventive care to patients of all ages
- Flexible scheduling available based on provider preference
- Clinic hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Patient panel designed to support meaningful continuity of care
- Collaborate with experienced physicians, other mid-level practitioners, and clinical staff in a supportive, team-oriented environment
- Participate in community health initiatives that make a meaningful impact
- Why You’ll Love It Here
- Malpractice insurance premiums covered by the organization
- Eligible for federal and state loan repayment programs
- Flexible employment arrangements, including full-time, part-time, or short-term contract opportunities
Requirements
- We’re Looking for Someone Who
- Is licensed as a Physician Assistant in North Carolina (or eligible for licensure)
- Has experience in primary care or family practice (new graduates are encouraged to apply)
- Brings strong clinical skills and a collaborative mindset
- Enjoys building relationships with patients and colleagues
Ready to practice medicine in a place that values community, connection, and quality of life? Apply today to learn more about joining the Engelhard Medical Center team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive primary and preventive care to patients of all ages within a rural community setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care and participate in community health initiatives.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Primary Care Physician Assistant at Ocracoke Health Center a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Primary Care (PA) — ranked against 422 active Primary Care (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Primary Care — Physician Assistant Career Context
Ocracoke Health Center holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 7 active listings.
Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 76% have no call, 88% require no weekends.
Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$116k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $124k 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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