General Surgeon
Ascension · Appleton, WI · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated General Surgeon (Surgicalist) to join a team supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
Responsibilities
- Practice in a highly supported environment with 24/7 Hospitalist, Emergency Medicine, and ICU coverage, plus designation as a Certified Stroke and Chest Pain Center and Level III Trauma Center.
- Join a well-established, collaborative general surgery practice with 4 other physicians providing the full spectrum inpatient only general surgery services.
- Enjoy a predictable weekly schedule (7 on/7off rotation) with dedicated APC support for the operating room and inpatient care.
- Provide comprehensive inpatient and emergency general surgery coverage, including hospital consultations, emergency department surgical care, and management of hospitalized surgical patients.
- Support high-quality, cost-effective care by engaging in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to academic programs (education/research), and ensuring timely, accurate documentation including insurance requirements and appeals.
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: One or more of the following required: Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Qualifications
Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery required.
Skills
Not specified.
Benefits
- Coverage includes 2 hospitals - Saint Elizabeth Hospital campus/Appleton (level III trauma) and Mercy Hospital /Oshkosh (level III trauma).
- Schedule: Full-Time; 7 on/7off rotation.
- Sign-on bonus: $50,000.
- Relocation assistance: $10,000.
- CME allowance: $4,000.
- Malpractice coverage with tail.
Pay
Not specified.
Schedule
Full-Time; 7 on/7off rotation.