Urgent Care Physician

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

Created: 2026-03-09