Colon and Rectal Surgery Job at Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ

The Valley Medical Group seeks a board-certified colorectal surgeon with demonstrated interest and leadership treating colorectal cancer to join both our Center for Digestive Diseases and our Valley Hospital-Mt. Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center. 

The ideal candidate will treat the full spectrum of colorectal diseases and collaborate with our colorectal surgeons and gastroenterologists in the Center for Digestive Disease where we have a thriving office-based practice immediately adjacent to our brand-new state of the art $975 million 370 bed hospital in Paramus, New Jersey. Call for the practice is 1:4 with no general surgery call. In addition, the candidate possesses superior interpersonal skills with patients, colleagues and staff consistent with the Valley culture. The Department sponsors an ACGME accredited general surgery residency approved for 15 categorical residents over five years of training.

The successful candidate will also represent the group as a liaison to our acclaimed cancer center in pursuit of the designation of a colorectal cancer center of excellence. An academic appointment from the Department of Surgery of the Icahn Mount Sinai School of Medicine commensurate with demonstrated experience is anticipated.

Situated less than 15 miles from Manhattan, Paramus is in the heart of Bergen County, one of the most desirable counties in the United States, with excellent schools, numerous recreational and cultural activities nearby. Its proximity to New York City allows for easy access to everything the city has to offer or live in New York City and enjoy a simple reverse commute. 

Minimum base salary of $350,000. Competitive compensation models include generous wRVU productivity incentive with the opportunity to grow, uncapped.

POSITION DETAILS

• Full Time
• Academic Appointment (Icahn Mount Sinai School of Medicine)
• Medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, 401k
• Paid holidays, PTO
• CME allowance and time
• Malpractice coverage
• Relocation allowance

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD, DO or equivalent degree
• Successfully completed a fellowship in Colorectal Surgery
• Board certified in Colorectal Surgery
• Interest and/or experience with anal manometry and ultrasound would be a plus
• Interest or demonstrated leadership in colorectal cancer treatment a must
• Existing or Eligibility for New Jersey Medical License, DEA and CDS required

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ

Situated less than 15 miles from Manhattan, Paramus is in the heart of Bergen County, one of the most desirable counties in the United States, with excellent schools, numerous recreational and cultural activities. Its proximity to New York City allows for easy access to everything the city has to offer or live in New York City and enjoy a simple reverse commute. With the opening of our new $975 million, 370 bed acute care hospital on April 14, 2024, The Valley Health System continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing exceptional, world class care to the 1.1 million residents of our catchment area.

Valley Medical Group

An integral part of Valley Health System, Valley Medical Group is a physician-led and professionally-managed group practice dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the people we serve. Valley Medical Group features more than 300 physicians and nearly 200 advanced practice providers in 60 adult and pediatric specialties. We are a well-established Medical Group committed to providing exceptional care to our community. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a large team of experts in the field, and a key provider within a nationally recognized, top-quality, patient-centered network.