Location & Practice Overview

This PRN physician role is based in Atlanta, Georgia, within Marathon Health’s advanced primary care model that partners with local employers and unions. Care is delivered through onsite, nearsite, or network health centers supporting a value-based approach focused on accessible, relationship-centered primary care.

Practice Type Employer- and union-sponsored advanced primary care
Care Setting Onsite, nearsite, or network health center in the Atlanta area
Geographic Context Atlanta, Georgia metropolitan area
Delivery Model Value-based primary care outside traditional fee-for-service constraints

Responsibilities

  • Deliver full-spectrum primary care that prioritizes prevention, wellness, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
  • Conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop individualized care plans during extended appointment windows.
  • Build and maintain strong provider-patient relationships to support continuity and proactive health management.
  • Coordinate care within a multidisciplinary team while minimizing time spent on administrative and insurance-related tasks.
  • Document clinical encounters accurately and support the overall quality and efficiency of the health center’s services.

Providers in this role focus on high-quality, relationship-driven primary care that emphasizes clinical outcomes rather than volume-driven metrics.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold appropriate medical credentials and meet Georgia licensing standards to practice primary care in this setting.

Degree
MD or DO
License
Active Georgia state medical license required; DEA preferred
Board Status
Board certified or board eligible in Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
Certification
CPR/BLS certification required by start date

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is provided on an hourly basis for this PRN position. The actual rate within the stated range depends on geographic factors, experience, and skill level.

  • Hourly rate: $110.00–$135.00 per hour
  • PRN compensation structure with rate variation based on experience and location

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type PRN (as-needed)
Appointment Length 20 to 60 minutes per patient visit
Work Setting Onsite or nearsite health center environment
Administrative Load Reduced insurance and administrative tasks compared with traditional primary care

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Care is provided to adults and children who access employer- or union-sponsored advanced primary care services. The clinical environment emphasizes proactive, continuous relationships rather than episodic volume-driven visits.

Age Groups Adults and children
Access Model Employer- and union-sponsored members
Panel Size Smaller panels (less than half of traditional primary care panel size)
Clinical Context Outpatient advanced primary care focused on prevention and ongoing management

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical core of this role centers on full-spectrum primary care delivered in a value-based model that prioritizes prevention, wellness, and long-term relationship management over high-volume throughput.

Prevention & Wellness Proactive preventive services and wellness support
Acute Care Management of acute primary care needs
Chronic Disease Management Ongoing management of chronic conditions within a continuous care relationship
Primary Care Scope Full-spectrum primary care for both adult and pediatric patients

Role Highlights

Several structural features distinguish this PRN primary care position from conventional fee-for-service physician roles.

  • Significantly smaller patient panels than traditional primary care practices
  • Extended appointment times of 20–60 minutes that support deeper clinical engagement
  • Value-based model that measures success by outcomes rather than visit volume or billing
  • Reduced administrative and insurance-related burden compared with typical outpatient primary care

About Marathon Health

Marathon Health is a provider of advanced primary care that partners with employers and union plan sponsors. The organization operates onsite, nearsite, and network health centers along with virtual primary care services, delivering a value-based model designed to improve access, outcomes, and cost efficiency. Marathon Health has been certified as a Great Place to Work and maintains a national footprint of health centers across dozens of states.

Organization Type Advanced primary care provider serving employer and union sponsors
Service Footprint Onsite, nearsite, network health centers, and virtual primary care
Geographic Reach Hundreds of health centers across more than 40 states plus nationwide virtual care
Recognition Certified Great Place to Work

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a full-time or PRN position?
This is a PRN (as-needed) physician role. Scheduling details are arranged according to health center needs and provider availability.
What specialties are accepted for board certification?
Board certification or eligibility is required in Family Medicine, or in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.
How does the patient panel size compare with traditional primary care?
Panels are structured to be less than half the size of a traditional primary care panel, supporting longer visits and stronger continuity.
Are DEA registration and BLS required at the time of application?
An active Georgia medical license is required. DEA is preferred. CPR/BLS certification must be current by the start date.
Does the role involve both adult and pediatric patients?
Yes. The position provides primary care to both adults and children within the employer- or union-sponsored population.
How long will applications be accepted?
Applications remain open until a candidate is selected for the position.

PRN Physician (MD/DO) in Atlanta, GA

This PRN Physician (MD/DO) position with Marathon Health in Atlanta, Georgia, offers primary care practice within an employer- and union-sponsored advanced primary care model. The role centers on full-spectrum care for adults and children, with emphasis on prevention, wellness, acute illness management, and chronic disease care. Providers work in onsite, nearsite, or network health centers that prioritize longer appointments of 20 to 60 minutes and substantially smaller patient panels than conventional primary care. The value-based structure reduces administrative and insurance burdens while focusing clinical success on outcomes and relationships rather than volume. Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, an active Georgia medical license, board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, and current CPR/BLS certification by the start date; DEA registration is preferred. Compensation is set at $110 to $135 per hour, with the final rate influenced by experience and location. Marathon Health operates a national network of health centers and virtual services designed to improve access and lower overall healthcare costs for plan sponsors. The position remains open until a suitable candidate is identified, providing flexibility for physicians seeking PRN primary care work in the Atlanta market.

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