Job Summary and Responsibilities
As ourColorectal Surgeon, you will be instrumental in delivering cutting-edge, comprehensive surgical care within a thriving multi-specialty clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. This expanded service line presents an exceptional opportunity for aboard-certified Colorectal Surgeonpassionate aboutsurgical oncology,IBD surgery, andcomplex abdominopelvic surgery (CAPS). You will be a key contributor to the Dignity Health Cancer Institute, leveraging your expertise incolorectal cancer treatment,benign and malignant resections, and advanced surgical techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Every day you will perform a diverse range of procedures, from in-office hemorrhoidectomies and anoscopies to intricate robotic and open interventions for both benign and malignant colorectal conditions. Your typical week will involve approximately 10 half-days of clinic, 4 half-days of endoscopy, dedicated block time for robotic and open surgeries, and managing an average of 60th-70th percentile combined productivity with a patient demographic spanning ages 17+. You will actively participate in a shared, every-other-week call schedule, serving a broad catchment area, including consultations for an established practice and new patient transfers, encompassing a significanthospital-based practicecomponent.
To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional surgical skills, a dedication to patient-centered care, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, multi-specialty environment that includes General Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, a Trauma team, and the Dignity Health Hernia Institute. You will effectively manage a busy caseload, utilizing support from a clinic APP for post-operative and urgent visits, benefiting from centralized scheduling and a direct-to-colonoscopy program. Your proven experience ingastrointestinal surgery, proficiency withsurgical robotics, and commitment to contributing to a growingcolorectal surgery programwill be paramount in this dynamic opportunity for advancement.
We are offering a competitive 2 year salary guarantee then RVU-based, a sign-on bonus, full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.
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Dignity Health Medical Group is the employed provider group of Dignity Health Arizona. Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) employs approximately 350 providers and 850 support staff who cover a wide variety of specialties. The medical group has had tremendous success over the past few years and now provides more than 73 sub-specialty services. The physicians and APPs provide clinical services in their areas of specialty and many serve in pivotal academic research and leadership roles. DHMG is also heavily involved in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. Clinical services are complemented with translational and bench research to augment medical education for residents and students. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.