Surgery - General Physician
Not Specified, IL, USA
- Healthcare
- Internship
- general surgeon
- surgery job
- rural hospital
A general surgeon position is available at a 67-bed Joint Commission Accredited community hospital near St. Louis, serving a rural population of 40,000. The role involves performing common surgical procedures, with opportunities to work in wound care, bariatrics, and bronchoscopy, supported by robust hospital facilities including an established weight loss clinic and modern emergency department. Competitive compensation includes bonuses, full benefits, CME support, and relocation assistance, welcoming J1 and H1B candidates.
General Surgery Opportunity 45 Minutes to St. Louis Airport
Seeking a General Surgeon to join a Joint Commission Accredited67-bed general acute care community owned hospital, serving a population of 40,000. Owned by the communities residents, with a focus of meeting the needs of or patients, physicians, staff, suppliers, and the public. We are rated a TOP 100 Rural Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, which determines the Top 100 by assessing hospital performance. Their INDEX is a comprehensive evaluation based on publicly available data across eight key areas: quality, outcomes, patient perspective, cost, charge, financial efficiency, and market share.
Our state-of-the-art emergency department features 10 specialized treatment rooms. Every year, our Emergency Medicine team provides medical care for nearly 9,200 patients who face life-threatening illnesses and injuries.
The Practice:
- Join another General Surgeon
- Bread & Butter Procedures
- OR's Only Run Overnight 1 Weekend per Month
- Scopes Required
- Breast Skills a Plus
- Surgeon with Bariatric Interest Welcome
- Established Weight Loss Clinic
- Wound Care Interest A Plus
- (1/2 Day/Week in Wound Care Clinic available)
- Bronchoscopies a plus
- No Robotics
- 3 Operating Rooms
- CRNA Coverage
- No Response Time Parameters
- Hospitalist Program
- Some Physicians Reside in St. Louis
- 25 Referring Providers
- J1 & H1B Candidates Welcome to Apply
Compensation:
- Competitive Base Salary
- WRVU Productivity Bonus
- Quality Bonus
- Sign on Bonus
- Retention Bonus
- CME Time Off + Stipend
- Relocation Assistance
- Full Benefits
- PSLF Qualified
Inpatient Services include:
Surgery
Urology
Orthopedics
Internal Medicine
Cardiology
Radiology / Nuclear Medicine / Imaging
Computed Tomography (CT)
Computed Tomography-Angiography
Digital Mammography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Single Photon Emission Computerized Tomography (SPECT)
About the Area:
City population of 8,350
County population 21,150
Primary & Secondary Service Area 40,000
The community offers outdoor activities, including year-round hiking at the nearby state park and fire trails, golfing, camping and parks to explore. Local lakes fishing for Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass and Redear Hybrid Bluegill. Events include Rock the Block, German culture experience with food and live bands and local Farmers Markets.
Only 20 minutes from the beautiful Mississippi River. Known for its resort-quality amenities including scenic river dining, an abundance of guest houses and outdoor fun. Take a relaxing river cruise on or soar to the tops of the river bluffs 300 feet high. Home to a full production winery, to enjoy while you soak in the views.




