Mission Health in Asheville, North Carolina is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible Emergency Medicine physician for an independent contractor position at one of the Southeast's most decorated acute care institutions. Mission Health earned recognition as one of America's Top 100 Hospitals and one of America's 250 Best Hospitals in 2023, received the Patient Safety Award in 2022, and holds Magnet Recognition for Nursing Excellence — a combination that signals a high-functioning clinical environment with strong institutional support. Asheville itself is one of the most sought-after relocation destinations in the country, offering a rare blend of mountain lifestyle, cultural depth, and a thriving medical community.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation structure for independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Enhanced sign-on incentive for new physicians joining the group
- Relocation assistance available
- Student loan repayment program
- Company-paid professional liability insurance coverage
- CME access through a dedicated online platform, including professional development tools and educational resources
- Leadership and career growth opportunities within the organization
Practice Highlights
- Practice site at Mission Health, recognized as one of America's Top 100 Hospitals (2023) and one of America's 250 Best Hospitals (2023)
- 2022 Patient Safety Award recipient — institutional commitment to quality and clinical outcomes is embedded in daily operations
- Magnet-recognized nursing staff, reflecting a high standard of bedside care and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Named one of the Best Places to Work, indicating a supportive, professionally engaged environment for clinicians
- Collaborative team structure with access to professional development and leadership pathways
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Independent contractor (1099) practice model — candidates should be comfortable with this engagement structure
About the Community
Asheville, North Carolina sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains and consistently ranks among the most livable mid-sized cities in the United States, drawing professionals with its nationally recognized food and arts scene, outdoor recreation across the Appalachian highlands, and a cost of living that remains accessible relative to comparable lifestyle markets. The region offers four-season recreation — hiking, cycling, fly fishing, and skiing — alongside strong public and private school options and a genuine sense of community that retains physicians long-term. Charlotte and Greenville-Spartanburg are both within a two-hour drive, providing easy access to major-city amenities and airports while preserving the quality of life that makes Asheville distinctive.