Gastroenterology Physician Role Near Charlotte Excellent Quality of Life

North Carolina

$600k
full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Gastroenterology Opportunity in Hickory, North Carolina

Join a Thriving GI Practice between Charlotte and the Blue Ridge Mountains

An established Gastroenterology group in Hickory, North Carolina is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Gastroenterologist to join a highly respected, community-focused team. This opportunity offers the ideal combination of strong procedural volume, generous compensation, and work-life balance in one of the state’s most desirable regions.

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Practice Overview:

  • Busy bread-and-butter GI practice with 9 physicians and 6 APPs
  • The only GI group serving a large multi-county area
  • Average of 11,000 colonoscopies and 3,500 EGDs annually
  • Dedicated endoscopy days and excellent procedural support
  • Light 1:7 hospital call with no rounding during call hours

### Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday schedule with predictable hours
  • Dedicated APP support during hospitalist weeks
  • Balanced structure allowing for professional growth and lifestyle flexibility

### Compensation & Benefits:

  • Generous base salary with productivity bonuses
  • $25,000 sign-on bonus and up to $10,000 relocation assistance
  • 20 days PTO, 5 days CME, malpractice coverage, 401(k) with profit sharing, and full medical benefits

### About the Community:

Nestled in the foothills between Charlotte and Asheville, Hickory, NC offers small-town charm with easy access to both the city and the mountains. Enjoy an affordable cost of living, excellent public and private schools, and an abundance of outdoor activities, including hiking, boating, and exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway. Hickory’s vibrant downtown, local festivals, and welcoming atmosphere make it an ideal place to grow your career and enjoy life outside of work.

**If you’re ready to join a high-volume GI team in a community that values both excellence and balance, apply today and see why Hickory feels like home.

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Compensation Details

$600k

Location Insights

  • A

    Access to Parks

  • A-

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • A-

    Overall

  • B+

    Access to Restaurants

  • B+

    Cost of Living

  • B+

    Public Schools

  • Total Population

    43,352

  • Median Rent

    $917

  • Median Home Value

    $233,800

  • Median Income

    $58,251

JobID: JN -042024-30438
Posted January 12, 2026

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