Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Arlington HealthCare; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a full-time psychiatrist in a beautiful area of North Carolina, known for its stunning mountain views and a supportive community. This position offers a mix of inpatient and outpatient care, providing a balanced work-life schedule. Enjoy a competitive salary in a region with a significantly lower cost of living compared to major cities. The hospital is an independent, not-for-profit facility committed to serving its community with state-of-the-art care and a collaborative environment. Experience the charm of the NC Foothills while making a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

Job description

Practice Details

• Seeking a full-time BC adult/adolescent psychiatrist to join our team.
• A 250+ bed, not-for-profit, independent hospital, one of the few remaining in NC.
• Hospital employed; mix of inpatient (38-bed unit) and outpatient M-F, 8a-5p.
• One night/week of call and 1:5 weekends.

Recruiter's Insight

Compensation: Starting salary ranges from $40,000 to $65,000, which is higher compared to starting salaries in Charlotte. Coupled with a cost of living 20% lower than major metropolitan areas, this provides significant purchasing power for housing, student loan repayment, or early retirement.

The Housing Market

Enjoy a beautiful mountain view in a 4BR/3BA home with great convenience to Hwy 127, I-40, and Hwy 321 to Charlotte. Features include a large living room with built-ins, coffered ceilings, stone gas fireplace, a custom kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, bar seating, and a spacious eat-in area with a pantry. The primary bedroom offers tray ceilings, walk-in closets with built-ins, a barn door, and a large bath with double vanities, a tile walk-in shower, soaking tub, and vaulted ceiling. Two additional large bedrooms with walk-in closets and a full bath with double vanities are downstairs. Additional living space is perfect for a den, homeschool area, or playroom. The home also has a screened porch, sundeck, outdoor fire pit, fenced backyard, and an oversized two-car garage. Price: $489,900.

The Community

Located in NC Foothills, just 45 minutes NW of Charlotte and an hour east of Asheville; 4 hours from the coast.

The Employer

Nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region has a population of over 350,000 people served by a 200+ bed, not-for-profit, state-of-the-art acute care hospital with 325 physicians across 35+ specialties. The area offers cultural activities, sports, and progressive schools, with about an hour's drive to several metro areas.

Closest Major Cities

• 45 miles to Charlotte, NC
• 90 miles to Greensboro, NC
• 138 miles to Durham, NC
• 152 miles to Raleigh, NC
• 219 miles to Atlanta, GA

Colleges and Universities

• Catawba Valley Community College (Full-time enrollment: 3,785)
• Lenoir-Rhyne University (Full-time: 1,783)
• Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (~12 miles; Hudson, NC; Full-time: 3,636)
• Western Piedmont Community College (~21 miles; Morganton, NC; Full-time: 2,205)
• Mitchell Community College (~25 miles; Statesville, NC; Full-time: 2,458)

Recreation

• The region offers proximity to several NC cities and abundant recreational and cultural activities.
• Close to Charlotte, Asheville, Winston-Salem, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, with natural resources including Lake Hickory and Blue Ridge Mountains.
• Cultural centers include the SALT Block, a planetarium, and numerous music venues.
• Enjoy local sports teams like the Hickory Crawdads and events at Hickory Motor Speedway.

Shopping

• Valley Hills Mall
• The Hickory Tree
• Hickory Furniture Mart
• Dillard's