Pulmonology Physician

Location:
Hickory, NC

Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and small-town charm while remaining just one hour from Charlotte. Outdoor enthusiasts and culture seekers alike will find year-round recreation, vibrant dining, and a welcoming community that makes it an exceptional place to live and work.

Facility:
This is a 355-bed hospital located in Hickory, NC, and is part of a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities. As part of a prestigious academic health system affiliation, the facility combines unparalleled expertise in clinical excellence, quality, and patient safety with extensive financial resources and operational experience. The hospital offers access to more than 50 primary care and specialty providers and features a dedicated heart center that is the first of its kind in western North Carolina.

Opportunity:
Employed - Pulmonology with Sleep Medicine

Job Details:

• Employed, full-time BC/BE Pulmonologist position with Sleep Fellowship training required
• Mixed inpatient and outpatient medicine model
• Blocked schedule: Monday through Friday, 8AM - 5PM with rotating weeks between inpatient and outpatient clinic
• Position is a mix of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine only
• Open ICU coverage shared with a well-rounded group of hospitalists, critical care, and pulmonology physicians
• Sleep Fellowship completion and board certification required
• Currently practicing physicians or those in training will be considered
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• Student loan repayment assistance offered
• Early-commitment residency stipend available
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days provided
• Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage included
• Marketing and practice growth assistance provided

Compensation:
Employed salary with benefits.