Colorectal Surgeon, Springfield, MA

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 375,000 - 515,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health in western Massachusetts is seeking a fellowship-trained Colorectal Surgeon to join our Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery. The role targets an early-career surgeon with 2+ years from training, offering an academic and clinical path in a growing program.

You will work in a high-volume practice with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic techniques, pelvic floor disorders, and inflammatory bowel disease, while contributing to teaching and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in colon and rectal surgery.
• Experience with minimally invasive and robotic colorectal surgery preferred.
• Interest in pelvic floor disorders and inflammatory bowel disease welcomed.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Massachusetts.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, and surgical education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-volume colorectal surgical care in an academic health system.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across gastroenterology, oncology, and pelvic floor specialists.
• Participate in resident and medical student teaching and scholarly activity.
• Contribute to program growth and subspecialty development within the division.

Skills

Minimally Invasive Surgery

Robotic Surgery

Pelvic Floor Disorders

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Education

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Massachusetts Medical Licensure Eligibility

Job description

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts' premier integrated healthcare system and home to the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School-Baystate, is seeking a fellowship-trained Colorectal Surgeon to join our expanding Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an early-career colorectal surgeon (approximately 2+ years from training) who is looking to build a thriving academic and clinical practice while helping shape the future growth of a well-established division. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, and pelvic floor disorders.

Join a collaborative team that values mentorship, innovation, surgical education, and clinical excellence while serving a large and diverse patient population throughout western Massachusetts.

Position Highlights

• Shape the Future of a Growing Division


• Busy, Diverse Clinical Practice


• Advanced Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery Program


• Mentorship and Professional Development


• Academic and Teaching Opportunities


• Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Support

Join a respected and expanding colorectal surgery program with a clear vision for growth. This opportunity is ideal for a surgeon seeking to establish themselves within a high-performing academic health system while contributing to the strategic development of the division.

Become part of a high-volume colorectal surgery practice caring for patients with the full spectrum of colorectal disease, including colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, benign anorectal disorders, and pelvic floor conditions.

Practice at a system that is committed to innovation and surgical excellence. Baystate Health offers access to three robotic surgical platforms, providing opportunities to further develop expertise in robotic and minimally invasive colorectal procedures.

Work alongside an experienced team of three fellowship-trained colorectal surgeons and a dedicated advanced practice provider. Benefit from strong mentorship and collaboration while building your own subspecialty interests and clinical niche.

As the academic medical center for western Massachusetts and the regional campus of UMass Chan Medical School, Baystate offers robust opportunities for resident and medical student teaching, curriculum development, and scholarly activity. Faculty appointment opportunities are available commensurate with experience.

Collaborate closely with gastroenterology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pelvic floor specialists, and a strong regional cancer program to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Practice Details

• Full-time, 1.0 FTE position


• Join a team of 3 Colorectal Surgeons and 1 Advanced Practice Provider


• Equitable shared call schedule (currently anticipated 1:4)


• Practice across Baystate Medical Center and affiliated community sites

Why Baystate Health?

Baystate Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit integrated healthcare system serving nearly one million residents across western Massachusetts. Our flagship hospital, Baystate Medical Center, is the region’s only academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center.

Our Surgeons Enjoy

• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits


• Generous paid time off


• Robust retirement program with employer contributions


• CME allowance and professional development support


• Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities


• Wellness, financial planning, and family support programs


• Relocation assistance available

Life In Western Massachusetts

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life with access to vibrant communities, excellent schools, diverse cultural attractions, and abundant outdoor recreation. Located between Boston and New York City, western Massachusetts offers an ideal balance of academic medicine, professional opportunity, and personal lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Colon and Rectal Surgery.


• Interest and expertise in minimally invasive and robotic surgery preferred.


• Interest in pelvic floor disorders and inflammatory bowel disease welcomed.


• Eligible for medical licensure in Massachusetts.


• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration, and surgical education

Compensation: $375,000-$515,000

The compensation ranges in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

To learn more about our health system and living in western Massachusetts, please visit our website at www.choosebaystatehealth.org. Interact with us socially at facebook.com/BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareers.

For More Information Please Contact

Rahila Essani, MD, FACS, FASCRS
Nicolas Jabbour, MD, FACS
C/O Ariana Caradiaz, MBA, CPRP-DEI
[email protected] / 413-795-7820

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

I understand and acknowledge that as a condition of my employment, I will be required to be vaccinated and follow all required protocols for the influenza vaccine, and the COVID-19 Vaccine as designated by Baystate Health, unless otherwise exempted from such requirements by applicable law.

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