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Posted 20 July, 2026

Emergency Medicine PA - Hickory & Lenoir, NC

Mountain Emergency Physicians
Valdese, NC, US Full Time

Job Description

Emergency Medicine PA
Hickory & Lenoir, North Carolina
Mountain Emergency Physicians - Independent Physician Group

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Mountain Emergency Physicians is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our team providing coverage at one of two locations:

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    Frye Regional Medical Center - Hickory, NC: 32 bed

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    UNC Health Caldwell - Lenoir, NC: 13 bed

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We are a local, independent physician group with over 30 years of service in the community. Our providers value teamwork, autonomy, and having a meaningful voice in clinical operations. This is an excellent opportunity to practice Emergency Medicine within a stable, physician-led, independent group serving one of two well-established community hospitals in Western North Carolina.

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Compensation & Benefits

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    $65-$70per hour depending on experience

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    $100/hour 1099 Rate

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    Sign On + Relocation

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    Quarterly Bonus Potential

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    100% employer-paid health insurance for employee and family

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    Retirement contribution equal to 25% of annual salary

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    $6,000 annually for CME

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    Excellent benefits package designed for long-term stability

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Qualifications

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    Licensed Physician Assistant

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    2+ years of experience preferred

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    Comfortable in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment

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    Strong clinical judgment and team-oriented approach

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Join a stable, physician-led group where providers are respected, supported, and heard. Apply to learn more about this opportunity with Mountain Emergency Physicians.