General Surgeon

Intermountain Health•Kearney, NE

8d•$7 - $1,000•Onsite

About The Position

When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.” Located about 35 minutes from downtown Denver, Brighton combines a welcoming community and rich cultural heritage with local shops, breweries, and events such as the Adams County Fair. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle near outdoor recreation, professional sports, cultural attractions, and the Rocky Mountains while serving a growing community with meaningful healthcare needs. In this role, you’ll join a collaborative, patient-centered team of three experienced surgeons and one advanced practice provider, delivering a broad range of general, acute care, and trauma surgery in a collegial, community-based setting with strong support resources. The practice offers a broad spectrum of general surgery, including appendectomies, cholecystectomies, exploratory laparotomies, complex abdominal surgery, and the management of trauma, acute care, and elective cases. Platte Valley Hospital, a 98-bed Level III Trauma Center, has four operating rooms with dedicated surgical support staff. When appropriate, higher-acuity cases are transferred to Good Samaritan Medical Center or Saint Joseph Hospital, where robotic surgery platforms are available. Robotics experience is not required for this role. Call Responsibilities: This position includes a 1:4 call rotation with a minimum of eight call days per month, including one full weekend. Weekend coverage runs from Friday at 7:00 PM to Monday at 7:00 AM. Additional vacation coverage may be required, with locum support available. After-hours clinic call volume is minimal. While on call, surgeons are expected to: Handle trauma activations within the scope of a Level III Trauma Center Provide surgical coverage for the hospital and emergency department Independently address urgent surgical needs Support trauma handoffs and inpatient care To ensure a timely response, surgeons must live within approximately 20 minutes of Platte Valley Hospital.

Requirements

Minimum of two years post-training experience
MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine
ACGME Residency training in General Surgery
Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery
ATLS and ACLS certifications required
Active, unobstructed Colorado medical license, or the ability to obtain one
Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process
Surgeons must live within approximately 20 minutes of Platte Valley Hospital.