Physician Owned/Led OBGYN Group Seeking Physicians for Johnson City, TN Practice--Excellent Long-Term Earnings Potential

State of Franklin OB/GYN Specialists, a division of State of Franklin Healthcare Associates, an independent, physician-led, professionally managed, multispecialty group, is seeking a BC/BE OB/GYN to join our group in the Tri-Cities area (Kingsport, Johnson City and Bristol, Tennessee).  Since our inception in 1968, we have grown from a small group of OB/GYN physicians who merged with primary care physicians to become a multi-specialty practice of more than 260 physicians and physician extenders starting in 1998.  As a physician with State of Franklin Healthcare Associates, you will experience camaraderie among our talented medical staff who work together in a spirit of collaboration and cooperation for the good of our patients.  You will have access to some of modern medicine’s most advanced technologies— all while enjoying the excellent quality-of-life found in our tranquil community.

Opportunity:

• Progressive comprehensive practice model incorporating Midwifery and Pelvic Health Physical Therapy in addition to traditional OB/GYN services
• Experienced MIGS surgeons offering advanced vaginal, laparoscopic, and robotic procedures
• In office lab, procedures and ultrasound services
• Excellent work/life balance with 1 in 6 call rotation
• Collegial work environment
• Two year partnership track
• Professional administration and staff
• Mature practice with established patient base
• Practice at Award Winning, Truven Top 100 Hospital
• Joint Commission Certified Perinatal Center of Excellence
• DaVinci Si and Xi robotic access
• ESOP:  Participation in ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) fully funded by the company upon eligibility

Compensation/Benefits:

• Excellent benefit package including 401K and pension contributions
• Competitive salary per MGMA data coupled with low cost-of-living
• Five weeks’ vacation and one week CME allowance
• Generous achievable productivity bonus structure
• Full family health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability benefits
• Malpractice coverage provided
• No state income tax

About the Area:

• Beautiful mountain community offering numerous recreational opportunities

• Centrally located in the Northeastern corner of Tennessee
• Kingsport, TN is recognized:
  • Past Winner: Most Walkable City by Walking Magazine
  • Over 20 golf courses within 20 miles
  • First city to post 1.6 million miles of authenticated physical activity in a year
• Convenient access to great getaways including hiking, camping, skiing, boating, biking, white water rafting, etc.:
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  • World’s Fastest Half-mile Bristol Motor Speedway
  • Several ski resorts
  • Numerous lakes
• Quick travel times to larger metropolitan areas:
  • Asheville, NC (70 miles)
  • Knoxville, TN (100 Miles)
  • Charlotte, NC (150 miles)
  • Roanoke, VA (180 miles)
  • Atlanta, GA (250 miles)
• Easy access regional airport for uncomplicated travel
• Affordable housing opportunities with lakefront, riverside, mountain, farm, and city locations close to the hospital
• Low cost of living
• Mild temperate climate with 4 distinct seasons
• Excellent K-12 Public and Private Education options
• Proximity to higher education opportunities:
  • East Tennessee State University (with medical school) in Johnson City, TN
  • King University in Bristol, TN
  • Milligan College in Johnson City, TN
  • Tusculum College in Greeneville, TN
  • Northeast State Community College, Blountville, TN

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)