Colorectal Surgeon to join Bon Secours Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, V

Colorectal Surgeon to join Bon Secours Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia

Colorectal Surgery Opening

Bon Secours Southside Medical Center

Petersburg, VA

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled General Surgeon with at least five years of experience in managing colon cancer and anorectal disease to join our growing surgical practice in Petersburg, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have completed a fellowship in colorectal surgery. Fellowship training is preferred but not required. A fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon with less experience will be considered, as we value specialized training in this field. You must have a strong understanding of advanced surgical techniques, be comfortable managing complex cases, and possess excellent decision-making skills to guide patients through their treatment journey. In addition to expertise in colon cancer and anorectal disease, you should have experience performing colonoscopies and other general surgery procedures, such as hernia repairs, gallbladder removals, and other abdominal surgeries. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned surgeon looking to further develop their expertise in a supportive and dynamic practice setting or a new fellowship graduate to begin their colorectal practice. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and outcomes.

Job Details:

1. Schedule: Full-time, mix of surgery, clinical hours + general surgery/level III trauma call
2. Call Schedule: 1:4 call (7 days/month of 24-hour call)
3. Credentialing: Southside Medical Center
4. Average Patients Per Day: 20 patients/day
5. Patient Age Range: Adult & Geriatric
6. General Surgery Residency + Colorectal Fellowship or General Surgeon with 5+ years colorectal experience required.
7. Bariatric experience would be a plus, but not required.
8. Board Eligibility or Board Certification Required

Benefits & Compensation: Full Comprehensive Benefit Package to include:

1. Medical Plans, Vision, Dental, Prescription Drugs
2. Life Insurance Options
3. Disability Insurance, Short and Long Term
4. Wellness Plan
5. Flex Spending and Health Savings Account
6. Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
7. Allowed Time Off plus Holidays
8. Competitive Compensation
9. Relocation Expense
10. CME Annual $10,000

About Bon Secours Mercy Health

On September 1, 2018, Bon Secours Health System and Mercy Health combined to become the United States' fifth largest Catholic health care ministry and one of the nation's 20 largest health care systems. Bon Secours Mercy Health serves communities along the east coast and in Ohio and Kentucky.

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites, and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. By utilizing robust measurement and reporting processes, we hold ourselves accountable for enhancing care and improving outcomes for our patients, residents, and clients. Through partnerships and investing in innovative processes, technology, and products, we continually strive to improve health care quality while reducing costs and addressing community health issues such as behavioral health access and opioid dependency.

Bon Secours Mercy Health at a glance:

• Not-for-profit Catholic health system sponsored by Bon Secours Mercy Ministries
• Provides almost $2 million daily in community benefit
• Owns, manages, or joint-ventures facilities in seven states
• 43 hospitals, over 1,000 care sites
• More than 57,000 employees, including 2,100 physicians and advanced practice clinicians