Physician Assistant - Surgical Services - Hickory

Overview

Join the Wake Forest Health Network Surgical Specialties - Catawba team for an exciting opportunity as we welcome a dedicated Physician Assistant to our dynamic practice in Hickory, North Carolina. The Wake Forest Health Network is a physician-led, non-faculty multispecialty group practice affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. This role is ideal for a PA with a passion for surgical care, providing support on the surgical floors at Catawba Valley Medical Center and Frye Regional Medical Center.

Responsibilities include assisting surgeons with patient care. This is a full-time position with a schedule that includes both weekday and weekend shifts.

As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough examinations and evaluations in medical/surgical settings.

Responsibilities include:

The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board with departmental specific credentialing from the institution).

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program;
  Master0s Degree preferred
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA
• Minimum of one year of experience in surgical care environment
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start

• Salary: Receive a competitive salary offer when you join the Wake Forest Health Network.
• Annual Productivity Bonuses: Earn annual incentive bonuses based on achieving high productivity.
• Generous PTO: Accrue up to 25 days per year in addition to 7 holidays and 5 days for Continuing Medical Education.
• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $2,500 for Continuing Medical Education.
• Schedule: This role entails 100% outpatient care, with full-time providers working 36 patient-facing hours and 4 administrative hours.
• Call: Some locations offer telephone-only call with a light rotation for evenings and weekends.
• Robust Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive package that includes retirement contributions, malpractice coverage, and more starting the first day of employment.
• Supportive Environment: You ll benefit from strong community relationships and exceptional administrative support.
• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.

The picturesque cities of North Carolina7;s Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report's Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2024. This includes:

• Affordable Living: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-orientated neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina7;s Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.

When you join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, you are welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.