Physician Surgery-General - Competitive Salary

A community-based hospital in eastern Kentucky is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified General Surgeon (MD/DO) to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a well-supported environment with strong procedural volume and a focus on work-life balance.

Position Overview

• Full-time, employed position
• Bread and butter general surgery
• Flexible scheduling options
• No requirement to perform GI procedures (established GI program in place)
• Practice located adjacent to the hospital for convenience
• Supportive administration and strong emphasis on quality of life

Facility Highlights

• Multiple operating room suites
• Dedicated endoscopy and procedure rooms with scheduling availability
• Modern surgical equipment (recently updated towers, scopes, and monitors)
• Highly skilled and experienced operating room staff
• Established and reliable anesthesia support

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Community

Located in eastern Kentucky near the West Virginia border, this community offers a relaxed, small-town lifestyle with a low cost of living. The area features scenic mountain views, access to outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, and camping, and a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy a peaceful pace of life while still being within driving distance of larger regional cities.

RequirementsQualifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery
• Comfortable performing general surgery procedures without robotics
• Ability to manage common conditions, including hemorrhoids
• Open to both experienced physicians and new graduates

BenefitsCompensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Uncapped productivity and incentive compensation
• Sign-on/commencement bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Medical education debt repayment
• CME allowance, licensure, and professional dues covered
• Malpractice coverage
• Additional benefits package