Physician Surgery-General - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Job Summary and Responsibilities
Your Surgical Expertise, Your Exceptional Life: Build a Legacy in Dickinson, North Dakota.

Are you a General Surgery Physician seeking a practice where your skills are truly indispensable, your impact is profound, and your life outside the operating room is as enriching as your work within it? Are you ready to trade the anonymity of a large system for a community where you are a highly respected, integral figure, and where adventure awaits just beyond your hospital doors? Then it's time to discover Dickinson, North Dakota.

We understand what drives you: the precision of your craft, the urgency of critical care, the satisfaction of restoring health, and the desire to leave a lasting positive mark on your patients' lives. In Dickinson, you won't just be  another surgeon; you'll be a vital leader in our healthcare system, a trusted expert for our community, and a significant contributor to the well-being of Western North Dakota.

Exceptional Opportunity for BE/BC General Surgeon at CHI St. Alexius Health where you can build a robust practice !  Located in Dickinson, North Dakota, where you can enjoy year round recreational activities with a superb work/life balance.  This is an outstanding opportunity for a General Surgeon to build a fruitful and rewarding practice.  Join our team in an established, hospital-employed health system.

• Generous compensation $517,270
• Quality and Productivity bonus eligibility
• Paid relocation up to $15,000
• Starting loan up to 10% of base salary
• Schedule: 3 Clinic Days; 2 Operating Room Days
• Call: 1 in 3
• EMR: Allscripts-clinic; Meditech-hospital
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Diagnose and treat medical conditions; develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams; foster a collaborative approach.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Team Collaboration: Work with healthcare professionals and participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Quality Improvement: Engage in quality assurance initiatives and analyze clinical outcomes for improvement.
• Compliance: Adhere to ethical standards and stay informed about healthcare regulations.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on medical advancements and participate in ongoing education and training.

Imagine this: Your Professional Life in Dickinson

• Broad Scope, True General Surgery: Step into a practice where you'll experience the full breadth of general surgery, from acute care and trauma to elective procedures. Unlike highly specialized urban centers, you'll have the opportunity to maintain and expand a diverse skill set, providing comprehensive care to a population that genuinely relies on your expertise. This is a chance to practice the comprehensive general surgery you trained for.
• Integral to the Community's Health: As a general surgeon in Dickinson, your role is absolutely critical. You will be instrumental in providing essential surgical services, responding to emergencies, and truly shaping the quality of care available to our residents. Your presence means our community no longer has to travel great distances for vital procedures, making your impact immediate and deeply personal.
• Optimal Practice Environment, Support for Excellence: We offer a modern surgical suite with state-of-the-art equipment, a supportive and engaged OR staff, and a collegial medical team. We believe in empowering our physicians with the resources they need to excel, focusing on patient safety, efficiency, and positive outcomes. You'll have the autonomy to build your practice your way, supported by a system that values your contributions.
• Professional Growth & Leadership: As a key specialist in a growing region, you'll have ample opportunities for professional development, involvement in hospital leadership, and the chance to mentor new talent. Your expertise will be sought after, and your insights will help shape the future of healthcare in Dickinson.

Imagine this: Your Personal Life in Dickinson – Building a Foundation for Your Future

Dickinson isn't just a place to operate; it's a place to live vibrantly, establish deep roots, and create a truly exceptional life for yourself and your family.

• Exceptional Quality of Life, Financial Freedom: Trade the crushing cost of living in major cities for a remarkably affordable lifestyle. Your competitive surgeon's salary will go further here, allowing you to invest in a spacious home with land, save for the future, and enjoy the financial freedom to pursue your passions without constant financial pressure.
• A Family Haven, Rich in Opportunity: If you have a family or plan to start one, Dickinson offers an idyllic environment.
  • Strong Educational System: Our public and private schools are committed to academic excellence, fostering critical thinking and strong community values.
  • Safe & Welcoming: Enjoy peace of mind in friendly, secure neighborhoods where children can play outdoors and families feel connected.
  • Abundant Activities for All Ages: From well-maintained parks, sports leagues, and aquatic centers to community programs and cultural events, there are endless opportunities for children and adults to learn, grow, and connect.
• Your Personal Gateway to the Great Outdoors & Community Vigor: Dickinson offers an unparalleled balance of small-city amenities and immediate access to awe-inspiring natural beauty.
  • Direct Access to Theodore Roosevelt National Park: Just minutes from your doorstep, explore the majestic landscapes of the Badlands – hiking, biking, wildlife viewing (bison, wild horses, prairie dogs), and photography opportunities abound. Nature's grandeur is your backyard.
  • Year-Round Recreation: Beyond the National Park, enjoy fishing, hunting, boating, kayaking on nearby lakes and rivers. Winter transforms the landscape into a playground for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice skating.
  • Vibrant Community, True Connections: Dickinson boasts a dynamic downtown, local breweries, diverse dining options, a state university campus, and a robust calendar of community events, festivals, and farmers' markets. You'll find it easy to forge genuine friendships, participate in local life, and feel a strong sense of belonging.
• A Slower Pace, A Richer Experience: Trade the traffic, noise, and anonymity of urban centers for fresh air, starry nights, and a genuine sense of camaraderie. Here, you'll have the time and space to reconnect with hobbies, spend quality time with loved ones, and simply live life at a more human pace.

What would your life look like in Dickinson?

Imagine a stress-free commute of minutes, allowing you to enter the operating room focused and ready. Your days are filled with challenging and rewarding cases, where your expertise directly leads to improved patient outcomes. After a successful day of surgery, you might be hiking a trail in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, coaching a youth sports team, or enjoying a delicious meal with friends at a local restaurant. Weekends could involve a family camping trip to the Badlands, a fishing excursion on a nearby lake, or taking part in one of our many vibrant community festivals. You'll be recognized not just as "the surgeon," but as a valued member of our town – someone who contributes to its health, its spirit, and its future.

This isn't a fantasy; it's the tangible reality awaiting you in Dickinson. We are a community that understands the immense value of top-tier surgical care and is dedicated to supporting the physicians who provide it, both professionally and personally.

If you're a General Surgeon ready to practice at the peak of your profession, build a truly meaningful career, and embrace a life steeped in outdoor adventure and genuine community, Dickinson is calling. Don't just find a new job; find your new home and your life's best chapter.

Contact us today to explore how your calling perfectly aligns with the extraordinary life available in Dickinson, North Dakota.

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible

Dickinson, North Dakota, has a population of around 25,000, is a mid-size community with a small-town feel located in Stark County in southwest North Dakota. Dickinson is the
regional hub for more than 200,000 people and is home to Dickinson State University. Located approximately 100 miles west of the capital city of Bismarck, Dickinson is the
midpoint between Fargo, North Dakota and Billings, Montana. Dickinson is approximately 30 miles from Theodore Roosevelt National Park in the Badlands and future home of the
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. 250 miles to the south is Mount Rushmore National Monument. The City’s strong economy focuses on diverse resources of agriculture, energy (coal, ethanol, natural gas, and oil), manufacturing and tourism.
Dickinson is a destination community for entertainment and cultural events including:
Roughrider Days, the Ukrainian Ethnic Festival, Dickinson State University Campus Activities, Summer Concert Series, Rodeos, Museum, Specialty Vehicle Shows, and Car Races, to name just a few. For those who love the outdoors, one can enjoy world class bird and big-game hunting, fishing, camping, winter and summer sporting activities, hiking,
biking and equestrian trails.
However, the truest pleasure is living here! So now you know what makes Dickinson so special: the people, incredible relationship between a healthy, thriving economy, and its amazing quality of place and life. We invite you to join us in making Dickinson a world class city!

CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson part of CommonSpirit Heath a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care assisted and residential living communities community health services organizations home health agencies and numerous outpatient facilities.

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.

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