Cardiac Surgery - Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Job with LifePoint Health in Hickory, NC

PracticeLink; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Surgeon to join their team in Hickory, NC. This role offers the opportunity to work in a well-supported cardiology service line, performing a variety of adult cardiothoracic procedures. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance and student loan repayment, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a vibrant community. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, with access to outdoor activities and a rich cultural heritage. If you're passionate about cardiac care and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Comprehensive health benefits

Student loan repayment assistance

CME allowance

Paid professional liability coverage

Qualifications

• BE/BC Cardiovascular Surgeon preferred but not required.
• Fellowship-trained skills in advanced cardiac procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full scope of adult cardiothoracic procedures.
• Participate in a large established cardiology service line.

Skills

Cardiovascular Surgery

Adult Cardiothoracic Procedures

Transcatheter Valve Skills

Complex Aortic Surgery

TAVR

TEVR

CABG

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Board Eligible/Board Certified

Job description

Cardiac Surgery - Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Job with LifePoint Health in Hickory, NC

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Position Overview

Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC, located 53 miles from Charlotte, is seeking a BE/BC Cardiovascular Surgeon to join a hospital-employed practice with two existing CV Surgeons. Experience is preferred but not required. Call is 1:3.

About the Role

As a Cardiac Surgeon, you will be part of a large established cardiology service line with over 18 employed providers. The position involves a full scope of adult cardiothoracic procedures, including fellowship-trained skills in transcatheter valve and complex aortic surgery, TAVR, TEVR, and CABG.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus wRVU production bonus
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Residency stipend
• CME allowance and days
• Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
• Practice growth support

About Frye Regional Medical Center

A 355-bed hospital, part of Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, offering extensive primary and specialty care, including a dedicated Frye Heart Center affiliated with Duke Heart Center, ensuring access to the latest in cardiac care.

Community Highlights

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers a balanced lifestyle between Charlotte and Asheville, with a rich tradition, outdoor activities, and affordability, ranked among the best places to live in North Carolina.

Additional Information

Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports J-1 visa waivers via State Conrad 30, ARC, DRA, HHS, depending on location and specialty.