Colorectal Surgeon

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible health, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans

Continuing medical education (CME) allowance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Beacon Medical Group is seeking a fellowship-trained, full-time Colorectal Surgeon for its South Bend, Indiana practice. The role requires a commitment to patient care, performing various surgical procedures, and sharing responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates will be Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery with fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery. Benefits include competitive base salary, health coverage, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of colon and rectal surgical procedures.
• Engage in research initiatives and clinical studies.
• Teach and supervise residents and medical students.

Skills

Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery

Fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Commitment to clinical excellence

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Job description

Colorectal Surgeon – Job Summary

Beacon Medical Group seeks a full‑time, Board‑Certified or Board‑Eligible, fellowship‑trained Colorectal Surgeon for its South Bend, Indiana practice. The position offers two basic models: a focused colon and rectal surgery practice (endoscopy, minimally invasive, elective and emergency cases) or a balanced mix of colorectal and general surgery cases (60/40) gradually shifting to a colorectal emphasis. The surgeon will be part of a team of 13 surgeons and advanced practice providers, collaborating closely with Gastroenterology and other multidisciplinary specialists.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of colon and rectal surgical procedures, including endoscopy and minimally invasive techniques.
• Provide elective, ambulatory, and emergency care within the colorectal specialty.
• Participate in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards and case conferences.
• Engage in research initiatives and contribute to clinical studies.
• Teach and supervise residents, medical students, and other post‑graduate trainees.
• Share on‑call duties on a 1:5 weekday and weekend rotation, coordinated with general surgery partners.
• Conduct 36 patient‑contact hours per week in a full‑time, 1.0 FTE capacity.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and high‑quality patient care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotic colorectal surgery.

Schedule & Call

• 36 patient‑contact hours per week.
• Call rotations shared at a 1:5 ratio on weekdays and weekends.
• 1.0 FTE with shared call responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with sign‑on and commencing bonus opportunities.
• Flexible health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans with matching.
• Life, short and long‑term disability insurance.
• Continuing medical education (CME) allowance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Malpractice and tail coverage.
• Relocation assistance and student loan repayment support where eligible.
• Wellness and work‑life resources.

Contact

For questions about this position, contact Caren Foster, Director of Physician Recruiting, at [e-mail] or 574‑647‑1647.