Thoracic Surgery (MD/DO) - UNC Health Southeastern Cardiology and Cardiovascular Care

Lumberton, NC

Job Description

Description

UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC seeks a Thoracic Surgeon to join our community-based practice of Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiology Fellows, a Vascular Surgeon, and APPs. Our established practice offers VATS, and services to treat cardiovascular surgery conditions: leg pain, swelling and claudication, carotid bruits on exam, abnormal chest x-rays and CT scans, and abnormal cardiac cath.

RECOGNIZED FOR HIGH QUALITY

  • UNC 2025: American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award
  • 2024-2025 US News & World Report's Best Hospitals Report: Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access List; Best Hospitals in North Carolina for the Coastal Plain Region List; and High Performing in Seven Adult Procedures and Conditions including Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Diabetes, Kidney Failure, Stroke, COPD, and Pneumonia

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

  • Practice Hours: M-F 8:30 am – 5:00pm
  • Call 1:4
  • EPIC EMR
  • Established practice with 600 annual vascular and thoracic cases
  • Two vascular/thoracic operating rooms
  • Adjunct Faculty Potential. Southeastern is proud to have a large group of medical students, 90 residents in three programs (EM, IM, FM), and two cardiology fellows.
  • Competitive salary based on MGMA plus productivity bonus potential
  • Perks: Signing-bonus, Relocation, CME, qualifying for public service student loan forgiveness
  • Benefits: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Retirement Plans: 403(b) with match and 457(b), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and much more.

LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

  • Affordable cost of living with a range of housing options
  • Home to UNC Pembroke and Robeson Community College
  • Enjoy mild winters and a temperate climate year-round
  • Access to outdoor recreation, including lakes, rivers, golf courses, and nature trails
  • Cultural attractions and local wineries
  • Conveniently located near beaches and the mountains for easy weekend getaways
  • Rich cultural diversity and a welcoming community
  • Multiple airport options: Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY), 30 minutes away, offers daily service to CLT and ATL. Wilmington International Airport (ILM), 90 minutes away, offers 29 nonstop destinations through 7 airlines. Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), 100 minutes away, offers 81 nonstop destinations through 19 airlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must meet criteria for medical staff credentials at UNC Health Southeastern. Graduation from an accredited school of medicine. License/Certification: DEA, NC Medical License or eligible to obtain, BE/BC, BLS/ACLS.
  • Experienced thoracic surgeons and fellows are encouraged to apply
  • Expertise in lung cases, leg cases, amputation, access ports

ABOUT US
UNC Health Southeastern
is a non-profit, comprehensive health care system, with a market draw of 175K. UNC Health Southeastern, which is licensed for 337 beds, offers an array of services through its affiliated divisions. The medical center is accredited by DNV-GL Healthcare and offers a combination of acute care, intensive care and psychiatric services to more than 13,000 inpatients and 60,000 emergency patients annually. UNC Health Southeastern is operated by a local board of trustees whose only remuneration is the assurance it is making quality healthcare available for its community. There are more than 135 physicians on the active medical staff.

CONTACT

Cindy.Leonard@unchealth.unc.edu

Cell: (336) 736-6382

*No Recruitment Agency Solicitation.

    Job Details

    Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

    Entity: UNC Health Southeastern

    Organization Unit: Talent Acquisition

    Work Type: Full Time

    Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

    Work Assignment Type: Onsite

    Work Schedule: Day Job

    Location of Job: SOUTHEAST

    Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No


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    Description

    UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC seeks a Thoracic Surgeon to join our community-based practice of Cardiologist, Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiology Fellows, a Vascular Surgeon, and APPs. Our established practice offers VATS, and services to treat cardiovascular surgery conditions: leg pain, swelling and claudication, carotid bruits on exam, abnormal chest x-rays and CT scans, and abnormal cardiac cath.

    RECOGNIZED FOR HIGH QUALITY

    • UNC 2025: American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award
    • 2024-2025 US News & World Report's Best Hospitals Report: Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access List; Best Hospitals in North Carolina for the Coastal Plain Region List; and High Performing in Seven Adult Procedures and Conditions including Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Diabetes, Kidney Failure, Stroke, COPD, and Pneumonia

    OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

    • Practice Hours: M-F 8:30 am – 5:00pm
    • Call 1:4
    • EPIC EMR
    • Established practice with 600 annual vascular and thoracic cases
    • Two vascular/thoracic operating rooms
    • Adjunct Faculty Potential. Southeastern is proud to have a large group of medical students, 90 residents in three programs (EM, IM, FM), and two cardiology fellows.
    • Competitive salary based on MGMA plus productivity bonus potential
    • Perks: Signing-bonus, Relocation, CME, qualifying for public service student loan forgiveness
    • Benefits: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Retirement Plans: 403(b) with match and 457(b), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and much more.

    LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    • Affordable cost of living with a range of housing options
    • Home to UNC Pembroke and Robeson Community College
    • Enjoy mild winters and a temperate climate year-round
    • Access to outdoor recreation, including lakes, rivers, golf courses, and nature trails
    • Cultural attractions and local wineries
    • Conveniently located near beaches and the mountains for easy weekend getaways
    • Rich cultural diversity and a welcoming community
    • Multiple airport options: Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY), 30 minutes away, offers daily service to CLT and ATL. Wilmington International Airport (ILM), 90 minutes away, offers 29 nonstop destinations through 7 airlines. Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), 100 minutes away, offers 81 nonstop destinations through 19 airlines.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Must meet criteria for medical staff credentials at UNC Health Southeastern. Graduation from an accredited school of medicine. License/Certification: DEA, NC Medical License or eligible to obtain, BE/BC, BLS/ACLS.
    • Experienced thoracic surgeons and fellows are encouraged to apply
    • Expertise in lung cases, leg cases, amputation, access ports

    ABOUT US
    UNC Health Southeastern
    is a non-profit, comprehensive health care system, with a market draw of 175K. UNC Health Southeastern, which is licensed for 337 beds, offers an array of services through its affiliated divisions. The medical center is accredited by DNV-GL Healthcare and offers a combination of acute care, intensive care and psychiatric services to more than 13,000 inpatients and 60,000 emergency patients annually. UNC Health Southeastern is operated by a local board of trustees whose only remuneration is the assurance it is making quality healthcare available for its community. There are more than 135 physicians on the active medical staff.

    CONTACT

    Cindy.Leonard@unchealth.unc.edu

    Cell: (336) 736-6382

    *No Recruitment Agency Solicitation.

      Job Details

      Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

      Entity: UNC Health Southeastern

      Organization Unit: Talent Acquisition

      Work Type: Full Time

      Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

      Work Assignment Type: Onsite

      Work Schedule: Day Job

      Location of Job: SOUTHEAST

      Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No


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