General Surgeon

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated General Surgeon to join our dynamic healthcare team. This vital role involves providing comprehensive surgical care across a broad spectrum of procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through expert assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and a passion for advancing surgical practices within a collaborative hospital environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives while working in a fast-paced, innovative setting committed to excellence in healthcare delivery.

Duties

• Perform a wide range of surgical procedures, including emergency and elective surgeries, with precision and adherence to best practices.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical examinations, vital signs monitoring, and detailed medical histories to determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Manage preoperative and postoperative care, ensuring patients are stabilized and recovery protocols are followed meticulously.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including anesthesiologists, nurses, radiologists, and specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Utilize advanced EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Epic or Cerner to document procedures, update medical records, and manage clinical data efficiently.
• Apply aseptic techniques during surgeries to prevent infections and maintain sterile environments in the operating room (OR).
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives to enhance surgical outcomes and contribute to evidence-based practices.
• Provide education and counseling to patients regarding surgical procedures, recovery processes, and post-discharge care plans.
• Participate in hospital triage processes for urgent cases requiring immediate surgical intervention or critical care management.
• Maintain proficiency in airway management techniques, including intubation and ventilator support during complex procedures or critical care situations.

Experience

• Proven experience as a General Surgeon within a hospital setting, demonstrating proficiency across diverse surgical disciplines.
• Critical care experience with exposure to ICU (Intensive Care Unit) environments is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with advanced surgical techniques such as catheterization procedures including cardiac catheterization and minimally invasive interventions like dermal fillers or esthetic laser treatments is advantageous.
• Familiarity with hospital systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for medical records management is preferred.
• Experience in trauma centers Level I or Level II is essential for handling complex emergency cases efficiently.
• Knowledge of ICD (International Classification of Diseases) coding systems (ICD-9/10) for accurate documentation and billing purposes.
• Background in acute pain management, pharmacology related to medication administration, and infection control protocols is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams providing services such as hospice & palliative medicine, infectious disease care, urology, hematology, oncology, or pediatrics is beneficial.
• Prior involvement in clinical trials or research projects that advance surgical techniques or patient outcomes will be considered an asset.

Join us if you are eager to bring your surgical expertise into a vibrant healthcare environment dedicated to innovation and compassionate patient care!

Benefits:

• 401(k)

Work Location: In person