Physician Hospitalist - Competitive Salary

Company: UNC Health
Location: Lenoir
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Description UNC Health Medical Group in partnership with UNC Health Caldwell in Lenoir, NC is seeking a full time Hospitalist Physician to join the team. Financial Package: Competitive annual salary quality bonus Full Benefits (Medical Dental Vision) CME Retirement plans Paid Malpractice Schedule: Full-time, 7am-7pm (7 days on-7 days off) EMR: EPIC Requirements: Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Residency Trained Open ICU Must run codes Procedures may be required Avg 14-17 pts per day, per Dr Caldwell County: Caldwell County, situated in North Carolina, attracts residents with its distinctive sense of community, scenic surroundings, and welcoming atmosphere. Its unique characteristics contribute to a quality of life that many find appealing, from tranquil neighborhoods and beautiful landscapes to a rich local history that fosters a strong sense of identity. For those considering a place to settle, Caldwell County offers a blend of small-town charm and accessibility. The region’s friendly environment, opportunities for outdoor recreation, and cultural traditions make it an inviting choice. Its location within North Carolina allows residents to enjoy both the serenity of nature and the convenience of being close to statewide amenities, making Caldwell County an attractive option for individuals and families alike. Contact Information: Sheila Barnes, Senior Physician Recruiter Sheila.Barnes@unchealth.unc.edu Other Information Education Requirements: Meeting the Board Certification requirements. Graduation from an accredited school of medicine. Licensure/Certification Requirements: Board Certified Internal Medicine DEA;ACLS;MD Professional Experience Requirements: Prefer prior hospitalist experience. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Language Skills: Should be able to communicate proficiently in English. REASONING ABILITY High-level quantitative and qualitative reason skills are essential in order to diagnosis medical and clinical issues presented by patients. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS North Carolina Medical License, DEA License, BLS/ACLS certification preferred. Board certified in Internal Medicine. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, kneel, bend and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds required. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A physician generally works in a medical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasoning Ability: High-level quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills are essential in order to diagnose medical and clinical issues presented by patients. Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH Entity: UNC Health Medical Group Organization Unit: Caldwell Hospitalist Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: US:NC:Lenoir Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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