About this PositionFrye Regional Medical Center located in Hickory, NC is seeking a BE/BC Interventional Cardiologist to join a large hospital-employed cardiology group. With an immediate need, Its a great opportunity for an incoming physician to take over an established patient base. FryeCare Cardiology is a collegial group that provides outstanding patient care to the greater Hickory area. The group consists of 11 cardiologist with a mix of Interventional, Invasive, EP and General Cardiologists. Stemi Call is shared and will be 1:7. Physicians will primarily work out of the offices in Hickory, NC with nearby satellite clinic responsibilities as well. The Frye Heart Center is the first Duke Health heart affiliate in western North Carolina. Backed by the resources of the Duke Heart Center, Frye Regional has access to the most current Duke training and staff education, evidence-based guidelines and practices when it comes to heart and heart-related issues. Hickory is conveniently located to Winston-Salem, Asheville and Charlotte, North Carolina. Located just 3 hours from the Carolina Beaches and an hour from the Smoky Mountains! Recruitment Package may include: Base salary + wRVU production incentive Quality bonus CME allowance Sign-on bonus Medical debt assistance Relocation allowance Residency stipend Medical Director stipend Health benefits + Retirement plan Marketing + practice growth assistanceAbout Frye Regional Medical CenterWelcome to Hickory, a city whose residents are known for craftsmanship, attention to detail and knowledge of natural resources.The HospitalFrye Regional Medical Center ExteriorA part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, Frye Regional Medical Center has provided for the health and medical needs of the residents of the Catawba Valley region since 1911 and serves a population of nearly 500,000. Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, which is home to the Frye Heart Center, Cancer Center and Brain Center. The system also includes the Frye South Campus, an inpatient adult behavioral health treatment center, and the FryeCare Physicians Network, offering access to more than 60 primary care and specialty care providers.The CommunityHickory DowntownAn All- America City and recognized as a Most Livable Place to Live, the Hickory area is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and boasts a long history of craftsmanship, being renowned as one of the top producing furniture communities in the nation. The region is dotted with quaint downtowns that boast shopping, dining and recreation options, as well as a growing number of vineyards. Schools are well regarded and educational opportunities include Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, with Appalachian State University and Wake Forest University nearby. The local arts scene is supported by organizations like the Hickory Museum of Art, the Western Piedmont Symphony and the Hickory Choral Society, and millions are being invested to create greenspaces including a Riverwalk for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.This vibrant region near the mountains offers close proximity to a number of cities in North Carolina, and a wealth of recreational opportunities. The temperate climate makes outdoor recreational destinations like Lake Hickory and the Blue Ridge Mountains a joy. The Hickory Crawdads, a Class A South Atlantic League affiliate of the Texas Rangers, is a popular way to enjoy the nations favorite pastime. And Hickory is also home to the Hickory Motor Speedway, nationally known as the Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars.
