Physician - Surgery - General

**Job Description: General Surgeon**

The General Surgeon will be responsible for delivering comprehensive surgical care across diverse settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency departments.

• The position encompasses a range of common general surgical interventions, such as:
• Hernia repairs
• Cholecystectomies
• Endoscopic procedures
• Appendectomies
• Management of small bowel obstructions
• Colorectal surgeries
• Skin and soft tissue surgeries

The surgeon will also be actively involved in the evaluation and management of acute and chronic wounds as part of a multidisciplinary Wound Clinic.

A key aspect of this role is providing expert diagnosis, treatment, and management of various surgical conditions while exercising advanced operative skills and clinical judgment.

Collaboration is essential, and the surgeon will work closely with

• Anesthesiologists
• CRNAs (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists)
• Physician Assistants
• Perioperative and peri-anesthesia teams
• Emergency Department providers
• Hospitalists
• Wound Clinic personnel

The surgeon will be tasked with educating patients and their families on

• Surgical procedures and respective risks/benefits
• Post-operative care plans

An important responsibility includes reviewing diagnostic test results and addressing any abnormalities. The surgeon will also provide surgical input in areas such as palliative care, pain management, and end-of-life decision-making.

Participation in departmental meetings and engagement in ongoing professional development and training is expected.

Additionally, compliance with OSHA Category I standards, specifically regarding bloodborne pathogen precautions, is mandatory. Please note that this position is not open to candidates who commute more than one hour.

**Qualifications