Location & Practice Overview

This employed outpatient Family Medicine role is based within the St. Joseph's/Candler Physician Network across several clinic sites in the greater Savannah metropolitan area, including Savannah, Whitemarsh Island, Rincon, Richmond Hill, and Pooler, Georgia.

Practice Type Hospital-affiliated medical group outpatient clinics
Care Setting Fully outpatient primary care offices
Geographic Scope Savannah metro and surrounding coastal Georgia communities
Office Infrastructure Fully electronic offices with dedicated support staff
Institution Type Not-for-profit, faith-based health system network

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and manage patients presenting with acute and chronic primary care concerns across the lifespan.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including prescribing medications and ordering diagnostic studies.
  • Document clinical encounters accurately within the electronic health record.
  • Coordinate care with specialists, care managers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team as needed.
  • Educate patients and families on preventive health, disease management, and lifestyle modifications.

The role centers on delivering continuity-based outpatient primary care within an employed group practice model that emphasizes clinical decision-making supported by dedicated office staff.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet standard credentialing requirements for independent practice as a Family Medicine physician in Georgia.

Degree
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Training
Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Family Medicine residency
Board Status
Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine
Licensure
Eligible for unrestricted Georgia medical license and DEA registration

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation includes a competitive base salary with productivity or quality bonus incentives. A comprehensive benefits package supports both professional development and personal well-being.

  • Compensation: $250,000–$310,000 per year plus bonus incentive opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • 28 days of vacation plus 5 CME days with a generous allowance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Status Full-time employed position
Clinic Schedule Standard outpatient weekday hours
Call Structure 1:13 outpatient call schedule
Work Environment On-site clinic-based with dedicated support staff

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Physicians care for a broad community-based panel in established outpatient practices serving coastal Georgia residents across multiple clinic locations in the Savannah metropolitan area.

Age Range Patients of all ages, consistent with full-spectrum Family Medicine
Encounter Type Scheduled outpatient visits for preventive, acute, and chronic care
Clinical Context Community primary care within a large regional health system network
Practice Continuity Ongoing longitudinal relationships in thriving established practices

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical core of this position is comprehensive outpatient Family Medicine delivered through continuity primary care panels in community clinic settings.

Preventive Care Health maintenance, screening, and wellness counseling
Chronic Disease Management Ongoing management of common adult and pediatric chronic conditions
Acute Care Evaluation and treatment of common outpatient acute illnesses and injuries
Continuity Primary Care Longitudinal outpatient Family Medicine services for individuals and families

Role Highlights

Several structural features distinguish this opportunity from typical outpatient Family Medicine positions.

  • Employed model within a hospital-affiliated network that prioritizes physician clinical autonomy and physician-focused administration.
  • Shared 1:13 outpatient call distribution across the group, supporting sustainable work-life balance.
  • Multiple clinic site options across Savannah, Whitemarsh Island, Rincon, Richmond Hill, and Pooler allow geographic flexibility within one employment structure.
  • Practice within a not-for-profit, faith-based health system that maintains a long-standing regional primary care footprint.

About St. Joseph's/Candler Physician Network

St. Joseph's/Candler is a locally owned, not-for-profit, faith-based health system serving southeast Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry. Its two anchor hospitals—Candler Hospital (chartered 1804) and St. Joseph's Hospital (founded 1875)—together provide 714 licensed beds. The system operates a broad network of primary and specialty care practices across 33 counties and has earned Magnet Recognition for Nursing Excellence six times. Advanced capabilities include CyberKnife, TrueBeam, Da Vinci robotic systems, and 3T MRI.

Organization Type Not-for-profit, faith-based health system
Hospital Legacy Candler Hospital (1804) and St. Joseph's Hospital (1875)
Licensed Beds 714 across two acute care hospitals
Network Reach Primary and specialty practices spanning 33 counties
Nursing Recognition Magnet-designated six times

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the clinic locations fixed, or can physicians choose among the listed sites?
Openings exist across Savannah, Whitemarsh Island, Rincon, Richmond Hill, and Pooler. Placement depends on current practice needs and candidate preference within the network.
Does this position involve inpatient hospital responsibilities?
No. These are outpatient-only Family Medicine roles within the physician network clinics.
Is the 1:13 call shared equally among all network Family Medicine physicians?
Call is distributed on a 1:13 outpatient basis across the participating physicians in the group, supporting predictable after-hours coverage.
What level of administrative support is provided in the clinics?
Each office operates as a fully electronic practice with dedicated support staff, and the medical group administration is described as physician-focused.
Are new residency graduates considered for these positions?
Board-eligible candidates who have completed Family Medicine residency are typically eligible; specific experience requirements are confirmed during the credentialing process.
How does the bonus incentive component work?
Bonus opportunities are available in addition to base salary. Exact metrics and structure are discussed during the offer process with the physician network.

Family Medicine Physician in Savannah, GA

St. Joseph's/Candler Physician Network is recruiting Family Medicine physicians for full-time employed outpatient positions in the Savannah, Georgia metropolitan area. Practices are located in Savannah, Whitemarsh Island, Rincon, Richmond Hill, and Pooler. The role centers on continuity primary care for patients of all ages within hospital-affiliated clinics that operate as fully electronic offices with dedicated support staff. Compensation ranges from $250,000 to $310,000 annually with bonus incentive opportunities, accompanied by medical, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, 28 vacation days plus five CME days with a generous allowance, and a 401(k) plan. Outpatient call is shared on a 1:13 schedule. Candidates should hold an MD or DO degree, have completed Family Medicine residency, and be board-certified or board-eligible with eligibility for Georgia licensure. The employing system is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization whose two hospitals—Candler (1804) and St. Joseph's (1875)—provide 714 licensed beds and a primary and specialty care network spanning 33 counties. Magnet Recognition for Nursing Excellence has been awarded six times. Physicians practice with clinical autonomy under physician-focused administration in a long-established regional health system serving coastal Georgia communities.

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