Orthopaedic Surgery Physician Job with LifePoint Health in Hickory, NC

PracticeLink; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Orthopedic Surgeon to join a growing team in Hickory, NC. In this pivotal role, you will focus on general orthopedics or foot and ankle surgery, contributing to a community that values your expertise. The position offers a supportive environment with access to modern resources and a commitment to your professional growth. Enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that Hickory has to offer.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Health and well-being benefits

Student loan repayment assistance

CME allowance and days

Malpractice coverage

Practice growth support

Qualifications

• ACGME accredited residency in orthopedic surgery required.
• Fellowship in foot and ankle surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a collaborative team of surgeons focusing on orthopedic care.
• Provide general orthopedic services and manage call responsibilities.

Skills

Orthopedic Surgery

Foot & Ankle Surgery

General Orthopedics

Education

Orthopedic Surgery Residency - ACGME Accredited

Foot & Ankle Fellowship

Tools

Athena EMR

Job description

Orthopaedic Surgery Physician Job with LifePoint Health in Hickory, NC

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Your Healing Mission Matters

• Join 2 Full-time Surgeons and 1 APP
• Seeking to grow a comprehensive Hospital Employed Orthopedic group
• Focus on general orthopedics or foot and ankle surgery
• Privileges at one hospital only
• Shared ER Call (local groups share call responsibilities)
• Block OR Time

Your Healing Mission Matters

As an Orthopedic Surgeon with Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC, you will serve a community that values your skills. Join a team within Lifepoint Health, a nationally recognized organization committed to caring with a local heart. Contribute to a positive, collaborative environment with access to necessary staff, resources, and technology to impact patient care. Enjoy a work environment where your professional and personal well-being are prioritized.

Position Details

• Join 2 Full-time Surgeons and 1 APP
• Grow a hospital-employed Orthopedic group
• Focus on general orthopedics or foot and ankle surgery
• Privileges at one hospital
• Shared Call (with other providers)
• Block OR Time
• Athena EMR

Frye Regional Medical Center, a Duke Lifepoint Hospital in Hickory, NC, is expanding with a full-time BC/BE Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon. Candidates currently practicing or in training are welcome.

Requirements:

• Orthopedic Surgery Residency - ACGME Accredited
• Foot & Ankle Fellowship
• General Orthopedic call coverage (shared)

Compensation may include:

• Competitive base salary + wRVU bonus
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Health and well-being benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Residency stipend
• CME allowance and days
• Malpractice coverage
• Practice growth support

About Frye Regional Medical Center:

A 355-bed hospital in Hickory, part of Lifepoint Health, offering comprehensive care through a network of providers including orthopedics, OB/Gyn, oncology, and more.

Community:

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains foothills, Hickory is a vibrant community between Charlotte and Asheville, rich in tradition and opportunities.

Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment.