We are updating our fireplace and plan to get a new fireplace insert (direct vent with blower - current one is without blower). We are working with a company to ensure that we have the right insert and to have it professionally installed, but I'm wondering about the stone installation. We plan to do a real stone facade on the wall. Currently, the fireplace insert is surrounded by a border of porceline tile on a flat wall - very borng and cheap looking. We don't plan to build anything (e.g. no hearth, etc) but just want to create a stone focal piece around the insert, from floor to ceiling (see below photo).

What kind of professional should I be looking for? The stone is individual pieces with mortar, not the panels. Am I looking for a mason, the same type that installs brick, repairs chimneys, etc? I know this sounds silly, but I need to know the type of skill I'm looking for so that I can start searching and asking for referrals. I don;' want to waste time looking for X if my project actually requires X skill instead?

Thanks!