Interventional Radiology Physician (MD/DO) - UNC Health Caldwell
UNC Health · Lenoir, NC
Posted October 13, 2026
UNC Health Caldwell (Lenoir) · 321 Mulberry St SW, Lenoir, NC, US, 28645
- Compensation: competitive salary with quality/productivity incentives and full benefits (pay offers are set by experience and internal equity)
- Location: UNC Health Caldwell (Lenoir), NC
- Status: Full Time
- System: UNC Health, an integrated academic health system serving all of North Carolina
Interventional Radiologist needed for UNC Health Caldwell in western NC (FT/PT/PRN)
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 56,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health is currently seeking a clinically oriented, board-certified or board-eligible Interventional Radiologist to join our team at UNC Health Caldwell in Lenoir, NC. We are seeking personable and engaging Interventional radiologists to join the team working onsite full-time, part-time or per diem.
- Full-Time Positions are Eligible for a Generous Rural Incentive!
Position Information:
- Will perform light Interventional Radiology procedures in the radiology department, as well as outpatient work
- Monday through Friday – dayshift hours only!
- A full-time position would cover onsite light IR needs at main campus a few days a week and 2 days per week at the mammography center.
- A part-time position would be 2-3 days per week of light IR work, onsite at UNC Health Caldwell Hospital
- Located in the Greater Hickory Metro Area of NC!
Benefits & Financial Highlights:
- Health-system employed provider, with access to and resources through the School of Medicine’s Department of Radiology
- Comprehensive benefits package including, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life, flexible spending account, 403b & more
- Competitive Compensation Package; Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Paid Time Off; CME time & allowance; malpractice coverage; PTO; CME time & allowance; malpractice coverage
- Potential for student loan repayment with service commitment
About the Ideal Candidate:
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Interventional Radiology residency or fellowship program
- Board-certified or board-eligible in both Diagnostic & Interventional Radiology
- Eligible for or ability to obtain North Carolina medical licensure
Living in the Area:
Lenoir, North Carolina, offers a high quality of life in a scenic foothill setting, nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Catawba Valley. Residents enjoy a relaxed, small-town atmosphere with affordable housing, short commutes, and easy access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, fishing, and nearby ski resorts. Lenoir is conveniently located within driving distance of Boone, Blowing Rock, Asheville, and Charlotte, offering access to dining, culture, and regional airports while maintaining a strong sense of community and family-friendly living. It’s an ideal location for physicians seeking a balance of meaningful work, natural beauty, and lifestyle ease
Education Requirements:
- Active member of the Caldwell Hospital Medical Staff, including meeting the Board Certification requirements. Graduation from an accredited school of medicine.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- DEA;ACLS;MD
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
- Language Skills: Should be able to communicate proficiently in English.
Employer
UNC Health
UNC Health is a not-for-profit integrated health care system owned by the state of North Carolina, with locations across the state. More than 56,000 teammates work together to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities it serves, from the mountains of Caldwell County to the farmland and river towns of eastern North Carolina.
The system is anchored by UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, home of UNC Hospitals, UNC Children's and the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of only about 40 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers nationwide. Physicians there work alongside the faculty of the UNC School of Medicine. UNC Health also includes UNC Health Rex in Raleigh, UNC Health Johnston, Wayne UNC Health Care, UNC Health Lenoir, UNC Health Nash, UNC Health Southeastern, UNC Health Caldwell and a statewide network of UNC Health Medical Group practices.
Physicians can choose academic faculty roles with teaching and research, hospital-based practice, or community-based primary and specialty care in growing towns such as Goldsboro, Smithfield, Kinston, Rocky Mount, Lumberton and Lenoir. Roles offer competitive salaries with quality and productivity incentives, full medical, dental and vision benefits, CME support, retirement plans and paid malpractice coverage, with sign-on and relocation incentives for many positions.
North Carolina offers a high quality of life, with an affordable cost of living, the thriving Research Triangle, four distinct seasons, and the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic coast both within reach.