Virtual Care Physician

Advocate Health

. Provide acute, inpatient-level medical care in a virtual setting .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing acute, inpatient-level medical care in a virtual setting, including diagnosing and treating illnesses, prescribing therapies, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Holds a valid medical degree and is eligible for licensure in North Carolina, with experience in telemedicine and hospitalist practices.

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MD Or DO Medical DegreeUnrestricted Medical License In North CarolinaDEA RegistrationHospitalist ExperienceTelemedicine Experience

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Hard Skills

Acute Medical CarePatient EvaluationDiagnostic TestingMedication PrescriptionMedical Record MaintenanceIndividualized Care PlansInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient EducationSupervision Of Advanced Practice ProvidersInpatient Privileges

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationPatient-Centered CareGoal Setting

Industry Keywords

Virtual CareInpatient Hospital MedicineAcute Illness TreatmentCredentialingOperational Flexibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide acute, inpatient-level medical care in a virtual setting
Evaluate patients virtually and develop individualized plans of care
Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and conditions
Order and interpret diagnostic testing
Prescribe appropriate medications and other indicated therapies
Consult and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
Support patient education and collaborative goal setting
Supervise credentialed advanced practice providers in accordance with applicable supervision policies
Maintain timely, accurate medical records in accordance with organizational requirements
Work collaboratively with advanced practice providers and other members of the patient-care team
Consult with specialty and hospital-based teams when appropriate
Participate in Virtual Hospital business meetings and program activities
Help support an evolving care model designed for continued growth and operational flexibility
Maintain inpatient hospital privileges at applicable Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist facilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
Eligible for an unrestricted license to practice medicine in North Carolina
Current or eligible DEA registration
Ability to obtain appropriate credentials and inpatient privileges at participating Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist hospitals
At least two years of hospitalist experience preferred
Telemedicine or virtual-care experience preferred
Continued participation in an inpatient hospital medicine practice preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
Educational assistance and professional development programs
Paid medical liability insurance
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
Relocation assistance