Gastroenterology Physician Role Near Charlotte Excellent Quality of Life
North Carolina
# Gastroenterology in Hickory, North Carolina
If you're looking for a high-volume practice without sacrificing balance, this opportunity delivers both. Join an established Gastroenterology team in Hickory, North Carolina, where you'll step into immediate procedural volume, a loyal referral network, and a collaborative physician culture. With light call, dedicated procedure time, and long-term stability, you'll have the resources to build the career you want.
Practice Overview:
- Busy bread-and-butter GI practice with 9 physicians and 6 APPs
- Sole gastroenterology group serving a large multi-county region
- Approximately 11,000 colonoscopies and 3,500 EGDs performed annually
- Dedicated endoscopy days with strong procedural support
- Light 1:7 hospital call with no rounding required during call hours
Schedule:
- Monday through Friday schedule with predictable hours
- Dedicated APP support during hospitalist weeks
- Balanced structure that supports long-term growth and lifestyle flexibility
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary with productivity bonus potential
- $25,000 sign-on bonus and up to $10,000 in relocation assistance
- 20 days of PTO, 5 CME days, malpractice coverage, 401(k) with profit sharing, and comprehensive medical benefits
About the Community:
Hickory is located in the foothills between Charlotte and Asheville, offering a lifestyle that blends convenience, affordability, and outdoor access. The community is known for excellent public and private schools, a lower cost of living, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Residents enjoy nearby lakes, hiking trails, and easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, along with a revitalized downtown featuring local restaurants, breweries, and year-round events. It is a place where commutes are short, weekends feel full, and the pace of life leaves room to enjoy it all.
Take a closer look at a GI opportunity that delivers both professional momentum and a lifestyle worth settling into.
Compensation Details
$600K