Urology Physician

Locums - Shelby, North Carolina, Urology Opening

Clinical Role

Join an established hospital in Shelby, North Carolina, providing inpatient Urology coverage during scheduled weekday call assignments. This locums opportunity offers in-house call responsibilities, manageable patient volumes, and the potential for ongoing coverage with a collaborative hospital team.

Assignment Details

Coverage Dates:

• October 5 (7:00 AM) - October 9 (7:00 AM), 2026
• November 2 (7:00 AM) - November 6 (7:00 AM), 2026
• November 23 (7:00 AM) - November 27 (7:00 AM), 2026
• December 21 (7:00 AM) - December 25 (7:00 AM), 2026
• December 28 (7:00 AM), 2026 - January 1 (7:00 AM), 2027

Schedule:

• Monday 7:00 AM - Friday 7:00 AM
• Weekday coverage only

Practice Setting:

• Inpatient only

Coverage Requirements:

• Providers able to cover at least two assignment weeks preferred
• Ongoing coverage opportunities available
• Facility will accept multiple providers

Call Requirements

• In-house call
• Call ratio: 1:5
• 30-minute response time required
• Approximately 4 phone consults
• Assigned and unassigned patients

Position Highlights

• Weekday-only schedule
• Inpatient Urology practice
• Ongoing locums opportunity
• Hospital Stroke Certified
• Epic EMR
• Multiple providers accepted

Clinical Details & Responsibilities

Practice Setting:

• Hospital
• Inpatient

Facility Details:

• Approximately 130 inpatient census
• 36-bed Emergency Department
• Hospital Stroke Certified

Patient Volume:

• Approximately 7 patients per day

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient Urology consultations
• Evaluate assigned and unassigned patients
• Manage urologic emergencies and inpatient care
• Respond to hospital consults
• Collaborate with hospitalists and specialty teams
• Document patient care using Epic

Support & Technology

EMR System:

• Epic

Requirements

• Board Certified in Urology required
• Fellowship training required
• Active North Carolina Medical License required
• Candidates within driving distance preferred

Credentialing

• Please inquire for current credentialing timeline.

Organization & Team

• Established hospital-based Urology service
• Collaborative inpatient care team
• Hospital Stroke Certified facility
• Opportunity for recurring weekday coverage

About Shelby, North Carolina

Location & Access: Shelby is located in western North Carolina between Charlotte and Asheville, offering convenient access to major highways and the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Lifestyle & Community: Shelby offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere with historic neighborhoods, local restaurants, shops, live music, and year-round community events.

Outdoor Recreation: Residents enjoy hiking, fishing, golfing, parks, nearby lakes, and easy access to the scenic foothills and mountain recreation areas.

Attractions: Shelby is known for its vibrant Uptown district, Earl Scruggs Center, Don Gibson Theatre, local festivals, and proximity to Kings Mountain National Military Park.

Quality of Life: Shelby provides affordable living, short commutes, a strong sense of community, excellent outdoor recreation, and easy access to Charlotte and western North Carolina.

What RecruitWell Provides

• A+ rated malpractice coverage
• Weekly direct deposit
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter support
• Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
• Prepaid travel and lodging

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