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Location
Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital
1781 Tate Blvd SE
Hickory, North Carolina
Care Delivery Brand
Atrium Health
Compensation
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Description & Requirements

Join Atrium Health as a Pediatric Gastroenterology Physician in Hickory, NC—part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. 

 At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts.

Highlights
  • Join the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Atrium Health Levine Children’s in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • Seeking full-time BC/BE Pediatric Gastroenterologist with strong clinical, endoscopic, and interpersonal skills.  The focus of this position is to provide outpatient care primarily at our Hickory and Gastonia, NC satellite clinics which are approximately 50 miles and 20 miles northwest and west of uptown Charlotte, respectively

Responsibilities:

  • Primarily clinical responsibilities with ample support for research, quality improvement, and education.
  • Conduct outpatient clinics primarily at Levine Children’s Specialty Center satellite clinics as mentioned above
  • Serve patients across Charlotte Metro Region and NC foothills through well-staffed satellite clinics

Inpatient Service and Collaboration:

  • Share inpatient service and call at Levine Children’s Hospital
  • Collaborate closely with two dedicated inpatient Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
  • Receive mentorship and support from experienced GI group.

Team and Support:

  • The team includes 14 physicians, including 2 board-certified transplant hepatologists, and 7 APPs (including inpatient specialists).
  • Support services include TPN-certified RDs, psychologists, social workers, and dedicated nursing staff.
  • Additional support from nurse navigators, clinical coordinators, research coordinator, data scientist, and program coordinator.

Specialty Programs:

  • Active programs in Neurogastroenterology, Motility disorders, DGBI, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (leadership in ICN), IBD transition, Nutrition support/Home TPN, feeding clinic, weight management, and Hepatology specialties.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration in clinics such as Aerodigestive, Dysautonomia, and Muscular Dystrophy.

Academic Environment:

  • Levine Children’s hosts a top-notch pediatric residency program.
  • Currently a regional campus for Wake Forest University School of Medicine; upcoming launch of Wake Forest University School of Medicine – Charlotte Campus in 2025.
  • State-of-the-art facilities, laboratories, simulation centers, and collaborative spaces for teaching and research.
Training and/or Experience Required
  • Open to outstanding clinicians with at least 5 years of post-fellowship experience
  • MD/DO
Benefits

Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage

Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources

Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support

Educational assistance and professional development programs

Paid medical liability insurance 

Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances

Relocation assistance


About Hickory, North Carolina
Hickory, North Carolina, is a charming city with a population of just over 40,000. It offers a blend of southern charm and modern amenities, making it an attractive place to call home. The city features outdoor adventures, rich history, vibrant arts, and family-friendly attractions.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you’re joining a team that’s committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you’ll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.

Job Attributes
  • Full Time
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Sign On Bonus
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