Surgeon Job at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN

Methodist University Hospital combines research, medicine, and innovation to bring comprehensive, leading-edge care to the residents of Memphis and its surrounding areas. The largest location in the Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare system, Methodist University Hospital is also the major academic campus and principal teaching hospital of The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC). This collaborative partnership allows us to offer advanced, multidisciplinary care to our patients. Our 583-bed flagship hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best hospitals in Memphis.

Whatever your healthcare needs may be, we are devoted to providing an unsurpassed level of care. If a heart attack or stroke occurs, the experienced physicians at Methodist University Hospital are trained in the most advanced treatments and procedures. We are accredited by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) as a Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, which means a call team is available 24/7 every day of the year to provide advanced care and treatment for heart attacks. We also earned the ACC’s Chest Pain – MI Registry™ Platinum Performance Achievement Award, as well as a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification and accreditation in electrophysiology.

Qualifications

• Must be board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
• Ability to manage surgical cases independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills to interact with patients and medical staff
  
• Familiarity with the latest surgical technologies and procedures

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus
• Malpractice coverage
• Relocation assistance
• Loan repayment options
• Medical benefits
• Retirement package
• Life insurance
• CME assistance offered
• Vacation and holiday time provided

Responsibilities

• The position is designed for those who are either board-certified or board-eligible, ensuring that the highest standards of medical practice are maintained.
• The anticipated call schedule is 1:3, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic while still providing ample opportunity to engage with patients and the community.
• As a General Surgeon, you will be expected to perform a variety of surgical procedures, with a preference for candidates who have experience in endoscopy, robotics, and scopes.
• The role includes access to office space, which facilitates patient consultations and follow-ups.
• Perform a variety of surgical procedures as a General Surgeon
• Manage patient care pre- and post-surgery
• Participate in the on-call rotation, anticipated at 1:3
• Collaborate with other medical professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records