Physician Surgeon Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Perform surgical procedures appropriate to the surgeon’s specialty, including laparoscopic, robotic, and open surgeries, as well as complex general surgical procedures in the hospital and affiliated surgical suites.
• Provide pre-operative consultation and evaluation, review medical history, order and interpret diagnostic tests, assess surgical risk, and obtain informed consent.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, nursing, advanced practice providers, specialists, and support teams to develop and implement peri-operative and post-operative care plans.
• Manage post-operative care, monitor recovery, manage complications, and provide follow-up visits and discharge planning.
• Participate in surgical on-call coverage as required, ensuring continuity of care for emergent surgical cases.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record and adhere to hospital, regulatory, and credentialing policies.
• Contribute to quality improvement programs, patient safety initiatives, peer review, and surgical service growth strategies.
• Engage in professional development, maintain credentials, and stay current with surgical advances and best practices.
• Participate in physician practice management responsibilities as necessary, including outpatient clinic operations, referrals, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited school of medicine.
• Completion of an accredited surgical residency program in the applicable specialty.
• Board certification or board eligibility in the relevant surgical specialty.
• Active or eligible for unrestricted medical license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain.
• Demonstrated proficiency in a full range of surgical procedures relevant to the specialty, including minimally invasive and/or robotic approaches where applicable.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with a commitment to patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic hospital environment and contribute to service growth.