CarolinaEast Health System in New Bern, North Carolina is recruiting a full-time Acute Care General Surgeon to join an established team of dedicated general surgeons at the region's premier community hospital. CarolinaEast is a 350-bed facility and North Carolina's only continuous CMS Five-Star Hospital — a distinction earned over more than 60 years of community service. The schedule is structured for genuine work-life balance, with full-time defined as just 10 days per month worked in two five-day stretches, making this an attractive option for surgeons who want high-quality practice without the grind of a traditional call-heavy model.
Perks and Benefits
- Competitive compensation with limited billing and coding responsibilities
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and wellness programs
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- CME access and professional development through a dedicated national training institute
- Mentorship and support from a national network of senior clinical leaders
- Stable employment with a respected, established healthcare organization
Practice Highlights
- Full-time schedule of 10 days per month, structured as two consecutive five-day stretches
- No relocation required — schedule design accommodates out-of-area surgeons
- 350-bed acute care hospital with the service lines and amenities of a metropolitan facility in a community-focused setting
- Nationally recognized for excellence in orthopedic surgery, maternity care, and patient experience
- North Carolina's only continuous CMS Five-Star Hospital designation — sustained over 60+ years
- Collaborative practice environment alongside an esteemed team of general surgeons
- Acute care general surgery scope with broad surgical acuity consistent with a high-performing regional hospital
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in General Surgery
- Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency; fellowship training in acute care or surgical critical care a plus
- Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility to obtain
- Clinical comfort with the full spectrum of acute care general surgery volume appropriate to a 350-bed regional hospital
About the Community
New Bern is a historic coastal city situated at the confluence of the Neuse and Trent Rivers in eastern North Carolina, offering waterfront living, a vibrant downtown, and a low cost of living relative to major metro areas. The area draws outdoor enthusiasts with easy access to boating, fishing, and the beaches of the Crystal Coast, while Raleigh and the Research Triangle are approximately two hours west — close enough for a day trip, far enough to enjoy genuine small-city character. New Bern's strong school system, affordable housing, and tight-knit community make it a compelling destination for surgeons seeking quality of life alongside a high-caliber clinical practice.