General Surgeon

Build a Sustainable Practice. Care for Your Community. Join Our General Surgery Team.

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an experienced General Surgeon to join a well-established, community-based surgical program serving patients at Unity Hospital. Rooted in the communities we serve, this role is ideal for a surgeon with independent practice experience who values clinical autonomy, teamwork, and delivering high-quality care across every stage of life.

Guided by our purpose to uplift humanity through care for our community, you will step into a stable general surgery practice with a strong elective case mix, balanced call structure, and the support of experienced colleagues and advanced practice providers. We are committed to treating patients — and each other — with respect, dignity, and compassion, and to fostering an environment where surgeons can build meaningful, long-term careers.

The Opportunity

Clinical Practice

• Maintain a busy, well-supported general surgery practice covering inpatient, outpatient, elective, urgent, and emergent cases.

• Provide general surgery consultative services, including Emergency Department coverage.

• Participate in a 1:4 call rotation with clear expectations and reliable support.

• Work within streamlined clinical operations that allow you to focus on patient care.

• Serve as one with fellow surgeons, APPs, and care teams, contributing to a collaborative and respectful clinical environment.

Program & Team Support

• Practice within a system that cares like family, offering strong OR resources, dedicated surgical teams, and robust ancillary support.

• Contribute to a culture that values shared accountability, open communication, and mutual respect.

• Offer informal guidance and collaboration that supports team growth and high-quality care delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• MD or DO, Board Certified in General Surgery.

• Minimum of 3 years of independent General Surgery practice experience (required).

• Eligible for New York State medical licensure.

• Broad general surgery skill set aligned with community-based practice.

• Professional, team-oriented approach grounded in respect and collaboration.

What We Offer

Practice & Professional Support

• Competitive compensation with productivity and value-based incentives.

• Predictable call schedule and support for work-life balance.

• Modern surgical facilities and strong trauma capabilities.

• A stable, physician-led environment that values experience and clinical judgment.

Culture & Belonging

• A workplace culture centered on respect, dignity, and treating the whole person.

• A health system rooted in its community, where physicians build lasting relationships with patients and colleagues.

• A collaborative environment that reflects our commitment to serving as one and embracing tomorrow, today through thoughtful innovation.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus and full relocation assistance.

• Comprehensive benefits including malpractice coverage, health plans, retirement options, and a defined pension plan.

• Generous PTO and CME stipend.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced General Surgeon seeking a community-based practice where your work is meaningful, your voice is valued, and your care makes a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply. Join Rochester Regional Health and help us continue to uplift humanity through care for our community.

Pay Transparency

Provider compensation may include base salary plus variable compensation in accordance with health system pay practices.

Contact

Jessica YaegerPhysician Sourcing View email address on click.appcast.io

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

In addition to the base pay range, certain provider positions may be eligible for variable compensation in accordance with health system pay practices. This may include: productivity and/or value-based clinical incentives, bonus compensation, or other forms of variable pay.

EDUCATION:

DO, MD

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Physician - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

L - Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly; requires occasional walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$400,000.00 - $450,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.