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
- Guaranteed Base Salary: $450,000 for the first 12 months, plus additional compensation with quality incentive bonus and APP supervision
- Lucrative Compensation Model: Productivity-based earnings with investment opportunity in the Evansville Surgery Center (joint venture with Deaconess and community surgeons)
- Sign-On Bonus: $50K + training stipends available for current Fellows
Ideal Candidate
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Colorectal Surgery
- Eligible for medical licensure in Indiana (potential Kentucky and Illinois)
- Commitment to a collaborative, patient-centered approach
- Interest in clinical excellence, innovation, and quality improvement
Integrated Team
- 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.
- 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.
- Support services embedded in the clinic: social work, dietitians, PM&R, palliative care
- Advanced Endoscopic and Interventional Services: Full access to therapeutic endoscopy, interventional radiology, and other subspecialty services for complex case support
- Robotic Surgery Access at 2 campuses: Extensive access to multiple robotic platforms at both sites.
Multidisciplinary Excellence
- 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.
- We are actively pursuing NAPRC accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to delivering the highest standards in multidisciplinary colorectal cancer care.
- Other specialized tumor boards include Urologic, Head and Neck, Cutaneous, Gynecologic, Thoracic, Breast, Neurologic, and Hematologic Malignancies
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Practice Locations
- Deaconess Clinic Midtown & Gateway Campuses
- Inpatient and outpatient integrated practice with NP/PA support
Call Structure
- Colorectal call coverage 1:3 with APP support
- No general surgery or trauma call
Benefits That Matter
- Generous PTO: 5 weeks + 6 holidays
- CME Support: 5 days + $3,500 annual stipends
- Full Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life
- Retirement Plans: 401k + 457b
- Licensing & Certification: DEA, board fees covered
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
- Tech Allowance: $750 every 5 years
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.