About this opportunity
Stephens County Hospital lists this General Surgeon opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a General Surgeon to join our physician group and provide high-quality, comprehensive surgical care to patients in our hospital and the surrounding community.
This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon who enjoys a broad general surgery practice , meaningful patient relationships, and working in a collaborative hospital environment. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care and will be comfortable managing both elective and emergency surgical conditions.
Position Highlights
Broad scope of elective and emergency general surgery
Inpatient, outpatient, and Emergency Department surgical consultations
Participation in the hospital's General Surgery call schedule
Opportunity to build and grow a strong surgical practice within the community
Collaborative relationship with Emergency Medicine, anesthesia, nursing, primary care, radiology, and other hospital services
Opportunity to participate in quality improvement, medical staff activities, and other professional initiatives
Supportive environment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the patients and community we serve
Surgical Scope
The practice may include procedures such as appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair, bowel and intestinal procedures, soft-tissue procedures, and other general surgical services consistent with the surgeon's training, experience, and hospital privileges.
The surgeon will also evaluate and manage urgent and emergent surgical conditions and coordinate transfer when a patient's needs exceed the services available locally.
Ideal Candidate
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency
Board certified or board eligible in General Surgery
Eligible for medical licensure in (State)
Current BLS certification
Strong clinical judgment and commitment to patient-centered care
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Comfortable practicing with a broad range of general surgical conditions
New graduates will be considered based on their training, clinical experience, and ability to meet the needs of the practice.
If you are looking for an opportunity to practice meaningful, community-focused general surgery with a broad clinical scope and a collaborative healthcare team , we would welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.