Intermountain Health
Job Description
To provide medical expertise to support patients in living the healthiest lives possible.
Join a nationally recognized health system dedicated to helping people live the healthiest lives possible in Salt Lake City, UT.
About this role As a physician in the Division of Acute Care Surgery, you'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high‑quality care and an excellent patient experience. This position will specifically focus on emergency general surgery (EGS) care.
You will manage the full spectrum of EGS conditions as defined by the American College of Surgeons, including:
Acute abdomen/peritonitis
Soft tissue infections
Gallbladder disease
GI obstruction
Pancreatitis
Diverticular disease
Appendicitis
GI bleeding
Perforated peptic ulcer
Incarcerated hernia
Additional responsibilities include responding to trauma activations, supporting an EGS outpatient clinic, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and teaching medical students and residents. Preference will be given to candidates with minimally invasive surgical skills and/or experience in spine exposure procedures.
Schedule & Clinical Expectations
Schedule : 14 12‑hour restricted shifts on the EGS service per month
Telehealth : Provide EGS care via telehealth for our transfer center and sister facilities
Clinic : One day per week for post‑op and semi‑urgent follow‑ups
Elective Surgery : De‑emphasized but supported with OR block time
Call : Hospital‑based
Location : Avenues Specialty Clinic and LDS Hospital
Compensation & Benefits : Competitive salary, bonus incentive plan, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits including paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and an annual CME allowance.
What you’ll bring
MD or DO from an accredited medical or osteopathic school
Completion of General Surgery residency
BC/BE in General Surgery
Board certification in critical care not required
Utah medical license (active or eligible)
3–5 years post‑training experience preferred
Experience in EGS or fellowship in Minimally Invasive or Acute Care Surgery preferred
Must successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process
No visa sponsorship required; we cannot accept candidates requiring visa sponsorship at this time
How we’ll support you We care about your well‑being and offer a generous benefits package with paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Additional Information All positions subject to close without notice.
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Join a nationally recognized health system dedicated to helping people live the healthiest lives possible in Salt Lake City, UT.
About this role As a physician in the Division of Acute Care Surgery, you'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high‑quality care and an excellent patient experience. This position will specifically focus on emergency general surgery (EGS) care.
You will manage the full spectrum of EGS conditions as defined by the American College of Surgeons, including:
Acute abdomen/peritonitis
Soft tissue infections
Gallbladder disease
GI obstruction
Pancreatitis
Diverticular disease
Appendicitis
GI bleeding
Perforated peptic ulcer
Incarcerated hernia
Additional responsibilities include responding to trauma activations, supporting an EGS outpatient clinic, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and teaching medical students and residents. Preference will be given to candidates with minimally invasive surgical skills and/or experience in spine exposure procedures.
Schedule & Clinical Expectations
Schedule : 14 12‑hour restricted shifts on the EGS service per month
Telehealth : Provide EGS care via telehealth for our transfer center and sister facilities
Clinic : One day per week for post‑op and semi‑urgent follow‑ups
Elective Surgery : De‑emphasized but supported with OR block time
Call : Hospital‑based
Location : Avenues Specialty Clinic and LDS Hospital
Compensation & Benefits : Competitive salary, bonus incentive plan, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits including paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice coverage, and an annual CME allowance.
What you’ll bring
MD or DO from an accredited medical or osteopathic school
Completion of General Surgery residency
BC/BE in General Surgery
Board certification in critical care not required
Utah medical license (active or eligible)
3–5 years post‑training experience preferred
Experience in EGS or fellowship in Minimally Invasive or Acute Care Surgery preferred
Must successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process
No visa sponsorship required; we cannot accept candidates requiring visa sponsorship at this time
How we’ll support you We care about your well‑being and offer a generous benefits package with paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Additional Information All positions subject to close without notice.
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