General Surgeon
About The Position
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated General Surgeon to join a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system. Patients are a mix of general surgical and trauma related cases. The schedule includes 36 hours of patient-facing and/or surgical work, with 4 hours of administrative time. The practice setting is Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital / Prospect Medical Commons. The role involves delivering compassionate, high-quality medical services by expertly evaluating and treating patients using state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic skills. It also requires coordinating comprehensive care by providing specialty consultations for both inpatient and outpatient settings and managing the full patient journey, including seamless discharge planning with case management. Additionally, the role advances the overall quality and value of care by recommending and participating in initiatives designed to improve cost effectiveness and patient outcomes. Collaboration with referring physicians, serving as the admitting, attending, or consulting physician to ensure continuous and coordinated care, especially for patients requiring hospitalization, is essential. Ensuring all patient documentation is accurate and submitted in a timely, compliant manner to support high-quality medical records and expedite insurance processes is also a key responsibility.
Requirements
- Physician MD/DO obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
- None required.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate, high-quality medical services by expertly evaluating and treating patients using state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
- Coordinate comprehensive care by providing specialty consultations for both inpatient and outpatient settings and managing the full patient journey, including seamless discharge planning with case management.
- Advance the overall quality and value of care by recommending and participating in initiatives designed to improve cost effectiveness and patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with referring physicians, serving as the admitting, attending, or consulting physician to ensure continuous and coordinated care, especially for patients requiring hospitalization.
- Ensure all patient documentation is accurate and submitted in a timely, compliant manner to support high-quality medical records and expedite insurance processes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
- Sign On Bonus: $30,000
- Productivity Incentive: RVU
- CME Allowance: $4,000
- Relocation Allowance: $10,000
- Malpractice Coverage with Tail
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
