Physician Surgery-General - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Deaconess Specialty Physicians is seeking a  board-certified or board-eligible Colorectal Surgeon to join our dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing surgical team. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a collaborative, resource-rich environment that is committed to surgical excellence in benign and malignant conditions of the small bowel, colon, and rectum, offering a full spectrum of care including traditional surgery, robotic/laparoscopic procedures, and endoscopy.

Position Highlights

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• Guaranteed Base Salary : $450,000 for the first 12 months, plus additional compensation with  quality incentive bonus and APP supervision
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• Lucrative Compensation Model : Productivity-based earnings with  investment opportunity in the Evansville Surgery Center (joint venture with Deaconess and community surgeons)
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• Sign-On Bonus : $50K + training stipends available for current Fellows
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Ideal Candidate

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• Board-certified or board-eligible in Colorectal Surgery
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• Eligible for medical licensure in Indiana (potential Kentucky and Illinois)
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• Commitment to a collaborative, patient-centered approach
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• Interest in clinical excellence, innovation, and quality improvement
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• Strong Team Culture: Join a collegial, multidisciplinary team of surgeons, and colorectal advanced practice providers. Our group thrives on collaboration, mentorship, and shared decision-making.
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• Cancer Center Integration: Work closely in an ACS CoC accredited cancer center that includes strong partnerships with gastroenterology, IR/radiology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, hepatobiliary Surgery, and GI pathologists.
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• Support services embedded in the clinic: social work, dieticians, PM&R, palliative care
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• Advanced Endoscopic and Interventional Services: Full access to therapeutic endoscopy, interventional radiology, and other subspecialty services for complex case support
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• Robotic Surgery Access at 2 campuses: Extensive access to multiple robotic platforms at both sites.
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Multidisciplinary Excellence

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• Work alongside a team of experts from various specialties to provide patient-centered and comprehensive care to our patients with a GI tumor board already established.
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• We are actively pursuing NAPRC accreditation , demonstrating our commitment to delivering the highest standards in multidisciplinary colorectal cancer care.
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• Other specialized tumor boards include Urologic, Head and Neck, Cutaneous, Gynecologic, Thoracic, Breast, Neurologic, and Hematologic Malignancies
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• Powered by  Epic + Beacon EMR
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• Deaconess Clinic Midtown & Gateway Campuses
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• Inpatient and outpatient integrated practice with NP/PA support
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• Colorectal call coverage 1:3 with APP support
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• No general surgery or trauma call
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• Generous PTO : 5 weeks + 6 holidays
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• CME Support : 5 days + $3,500 annual stipends
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• Full Health Coverage : Medical, dental, vision, life
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• Retirement Plans : 401k + 457b
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• Licensing & Certification : DEA, board fees covered
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• Relocation Assistance : Up to $15,000
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• Tech Allowance : $750 every 5 years
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Why Deaconess?

Deaconess is the  region’s leading healthcare system , with a strong tradition of physician leadership and integration. Our  multi-specialty group spans southern Indiana, Illinois, and western Kentucky, offering unmatched access to technology, referrals, and collaborative care.

With a large primary care base and expansive referral network, you’ll build a thriving practice quickly in a  collegial, quality-focused environment you’ll be proud to call home