Surgery - General Physician

Position: General Surgeon (Perm)
Location: Springfield, Vermont
Facility: Springfield Hospital

Overview:

Springfield Hospital invites experienced General Surgeons to join our dedicated team in a supportive rural healthcare environment. Known for delivering high-quality care and fostering employee engagement, our facility offers a rewarding opportunity for surgeons seeking professional growth in a small-town setting with scenic surroundings on the Connecticut River. Located just three hours from Boston, Springfield combines the tranquility of rural life with accessibility to regional amenities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive general surgical care to patients aged 16 and above.
• Perform elective and emergency surgeries, including gallbladders, hernias, appendectomies, bowel procedures, and upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies.
• Conduct approximately 100 endoscopies per month independently, as no gastroenterologists are on staff.
• Manage solo coverage for surgeries, with a goal of maintaining a team of two full-time General Surgeons complemented by locum tenens as needed.
• Handle preoperative assessments, intraoperative procedures, and postoperative patient care.
• Participate actively in the Emergency Department, which handles approximately 18,000 visits annually.
• Work collaboratively with anesthesia providers, primarily CRNAs, as no anesthesiologists are on-site.
• Maintain timely response to call duties: within one hour to the hospital and within 15 minutes of page notification.
• Adhere to scheduled clinic days and operating room sessions, with flexibility for added procedures and patient consultations as needed.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of post-residency General Surgery experience; at least 5 years preferred.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery.
• DEA certification required.
• Ability to obtain Vermont medical license within approximately 90 days; DOs considered with a preference for quick credentialing.
• Prior experience with endoscopic procedures is strongly preferred.
• Must reside within or relocate to a 1-hour radius of Springfield.
• No recent lapses in certification; must have current certification.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a rural hospital setting.
• Availability to work a four-day work week (Monday Thursday), with scheduled call responsibilities.

Schedule & Compensation:

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  Work Schedule:
  
  • Monday: Operating Room
  • Tuesday: GI Endoscopy
  • Wednesday: Operating Room, GI Endoscopy, or Clinic
  • Thursday: Clinic
  • Call: Approximately 10 days/month, including one weekend; additional call compensated at $1,500/day.
  • Flexible days off when working weekends.
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  Compensation & Benefits:
  
  • Base Salary: Starting at $400,000, commensurate with experience and training.
  • Additional Compensation: wRVU-based incentives, sign-on bonus (negotiable), and reimbursed relocation expenses ($10,000 $20,000 based on distance).
  • Over-Call Compensation: $1,500 per day for call days exceeding the baseline 10.
  • Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, pharmacy coverage, basic life/AD&D, voluntary life, short and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, retirement plans, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and access to a comprehensive life services platform.

Additional Details:

• The hospital does not have surgical robotics or ICU facilities, limiting certain case types.
• No pediatric patients due to absence of onsite pediatric services.
• Credentialing process typically takes around 30 days; license application can be initiated concurrently.
• Candidates must commit to a quick start, with full licensure possible within 90 days.
• Not eligible for visa sponsorship; only candidates with valid US work authorization accepted.
• We welcome experienced surgeons committed to providing compassionate, community-focused care.

Address:

25 Ridgewood Road
Springfield, VT 05156
United States

This opportunity offers a unique blend of meaningful surgical practice, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a welcoming rural community. We look forward to reviewing qualified candidates who meet our requirements and share our commitment to excellence in patient care.