Location:
Hickory, NC
Hickory offers a charming small-town feel with beautiful mountain views in western North Carolina. The city provides a great quality of life with its vibrant downtown, arts community, and convenient access to both outdoor recreation in the Blue Ridge Mountains and larger metropolitan areas.
Facility:
This urgent care center is part of a well-established healthcare network providing comprehensive urgent care services to the Hickory community. The facility features modern amenities, a collaborative work environment, and strong support staff including center managers, medical assistants, and patient service associates.
Opportunity:
Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care, Physician Assistant - Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine - Urgent Care, Family Medicine - Urgent Care
Job Details:
• Serve as the sole provider in the center, treating approximately 20 patients per shift (up to 40 depending on location)
• Treat both adult and pediatric patients, ages 6 months and up
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR system required for all patient documentation
• Perform minor procedures including I&D, laceration repair, ear irrigation, and other urgent care procedures
• Work with support staff including Center Manager, Medical Assistant, and Patient Service Associate
• Must have good interpersonal skills as you will work one-on-one with support staff and patients
• Minimum 12 months of urgent care or related experience required
• Board certification required (MD/DO, NCCPA, or NP Boards)
• BLS certification required
• Must be licensed in North Carolina
• No call requirements
• Supervising physician provided for APPs (offsite)
• Must complete clinical interview, EMR training, and onboarding before first solo shift
• Providers may be asked to support locations within a 65-mile radius of their residence
• Credentialing timeframe approximately 20 days
Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
Estimated Hourly Rate: $85 - $100
