Colorectal Surgeon

Allina Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 430,000 - 475,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Colorectal Surgeon to join their growing Oncology Service Line. This role involves providing direct patient care, performing surgical procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. With a focus on colorectal cancer and benign conditions, you will engage in both clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring comprehensive care for your patients. This position offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for medical professionals looking to make a significant impact in patient care.

Benefits

Medical/Dental Insurance

PTO

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Caregiver Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Medicine (MD or DO) required.
• Completion of residency in General Surgery necessary.
• Board Certification in Colorectal Surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care for colorectal surgery patients.
• Evaluates and coordinates information for patient care decisions.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team case management.

Skills

Patient Care

Surgical Procedures

Data Evaluation

Consultation

Collaboration

Education

Doctoral/Ph.D. in Medicine

Completion of ACGME or AOA accredited residency

Board Certification in Colorectal Surgery

Job description

Number of Job Openings Available: 1

Date Posted: April 04, 2025

Department: 62865600 Surgery Southwest

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift

Hours Per Week: 40

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: Other

Job Summary: Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history, collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation, or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.

Key Position Details:

Allina Health is opening this new 1.0 FTE Colorectal Surgery position due to growth in the Oncology Service Line and surgical volume. Locations include United Hospital, Mercy Hospital, and associated clinics. Expected call rotation: participation in surgical oncology or general surgery call (less than 1 in 4).

Schedule: 5 8-hour days per week, including 2 days of clinic, 1 day in the OR, with scopes and OR days, or full days for scopes, and 1 day for admin tasks.

Cases include colorectal cancer, benign conditions, screening colonoscopy, and diagnostic endoscopy.

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities:

1. Provides direct patient care for colorectal surgery clinical patients.
2. Reviews patient's medical history, collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing data.
3. Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information for patient care decisions.
4. Provides education, consultation, or intervention to patients and their families.
5. Works collaboratively with patients to improve health and well-being.
6. Practices thoughtfully, considering cultural diversity, autonomy, and legal responsibilities.
7. Performs general surgery procedures and care.
8. Provides preoperative and postoperative care.
9. Charts in electronic format per licensure and scope.
10. Participates in multidisciplinary team case management.
11. Provides care in ambulatory clinics, inpatient, or outpatient hospital settings.
12. Participates in on-call rotation.

Job Requirements:

1. Doctoral/Ph.D. level degree in Medicine (MD or DO) or foreign equivalent from an approved medical school.
2. Completion of ACGME or AOA accredited residency and/or fellowship in General Surgery.
3. Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice if working in MN.
4. ACLS-BLS Tier 3 certification as required within 180 days.
5. Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Colorectal Surgery.
6. DEA Certificate, Prescription Monitoring Program, and NPI registration upon hire.

Physical Demands: Medium Work: Lifting up to 32 lbs occasionally, up to 25 lbs frequently.

Pay Range: $430,000 to $475,000 per year, depending on experience, education, and union agreement.

Benefit Summary: Includes medical/dental, PTO, retirement plans, life insurance, disability, paid caregiver leave, voluntary benefits, tuition reimbursement, student loan support, and more. Eligibility varies based on FTE and union status.