General Surgeon

Intermountain Healthcare; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 300,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$25,000 starting bonus

Relocation assistance up to $20,000

CME allowance

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Brighton, CO is seeking a Board-certified or eligible General Surgeon with trauma experience to join a patient-centered team at Platte Valley Hospital, a Level III trauma center. You will perform broad general surgery, manage acute care cases, participate in a 1:4 call schedule, and collaborate with an experienced team to deliver high-quality care in a community hospital setting.

A Colorado license and ATLS/ACLS are required; relocation and a competitive compensation

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited school and board eligibility or certification.
• ACGME residency in General Surgery with trauma exposure.
• Active Colorado medical license or eligibility to obtain one; ATLS/ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Handle trauma activations within Level III scope and provide surgical coverage.
• Deliver broad general surgery and acute care services for inpatients and ED.
• Participate in a 1:4 call rotation, including weekends.

Skills

General Surgery

Trauma surgery

Acute care

On-call management

Education

MD/DO degree

ACGME Residency in General Surgery

Colorado medical license

Tools

ATLS

ACLS

Job description

Job Description:When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.” Located about 35 minutes from downtown Denver, Brighton combines a welcoming community and rich cultural heritage with local shops, breweries, and events such as the Adams County Fair. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle near outdoor recreation, professional sports, cultural attractions, and the Rocky Mountains while serving a growing community with meaningful healthcare needs.About this role:In this role, you’ll join a collaborative, patient-centered team of three experienced surgeons and one advanced practice provider, delivering a broad range of general, acute care, and trauma surgery in a collegial, community-based setting with strong support resources. The practice offers a broad spectrum of general surgery, including appendectomies, cholecystectomies, exploratory laparotomies, complex abdominal surgery, and the management of trauma, acute care, and elective cases.Platte Valley Hospital, a 98-bed Level III Trauma Center, has four operating rooms with dedicated surgical support staff. When appropriate, higher-acuity cases are transferred to Good Samaritan Medical Center or Saint Joseph Hospital, where robotic surgery platforms are available. Robotics experience is not required for this role.Call Responsibilities:This position includes a 1:4 call rotation with a minimum of eight call days per month, including one full weekend. Weekend coverage runs from Friday at 7:00 PM to Monday at 7:00 AM. Additional vacation coverage may be required, with locum support available. After-hours clinic call volume is minimal.While on call, surgeons are expected to:Handle trauma activations within the scope of a Level III Trauma CenterProvide surgical coverage for the hospital and emergency departmentIndependently address urgent surgical needsSupport trauma handoffs and inpatient careTo ensure a timely response, surgeons must live within approximately 20 minutes of Platte Valley Hospital.What you’ll bring:Minimum of two years post-training experienceMD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicineACGME Residency training in General SurgeryBoard certification or eligibility in General SurgeryATLS and ACLS certifications requiredActive, unobstructed Colorado medical license, or the ability to obtain oneAbility to successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing processPreferred experience:Prior trauma experienceAbility to independently manage emergency and acute care surgical casesExperience practicing in a community hospital settingHow we'll support you:Guaranteed base salary plus productivity incentives$25,000 starting bonus for a two-year commitmentUp to $20,000 relocation assistance (if applicable)We care about your well-being, which is why we provide our caregivers with a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development.About us:Intermountain Health is a model health system by providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals, 400 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across six states in the Mountain West.Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us.Intermountain Health was recently recognized by the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine award for our commitment to physician wellbeing. We also received the Lorna Breen Wellbeing First Champion award.What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health?It means joining the Power of We, building an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Realizing each caregiver and volunteer is vital to providing care to our patients, because WE can only achieve the extraordinary together. Committed to the best in research and most advanced technology, the results are better clinical patient outcomes.Life in Brighton, COBrighton, located along the South Platte River just 20 miles north of Denver, offers small-town charm with easy access to urban amenities. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Barr Lake State Park for hiking, biking, and birdwatching, while cultural attractions include the Armory Performing Arts Center and a lively downtown with shops and breweries. Annual events like the Adams County Fair celebrate Brighton’s agricultural roots, making it a vibrant and welcoming community.Platte Valley Hospital is a 98-bed Level III Trauma Center. Originally named Brighton Community Hospital, it opened in 1960 after community members organized volunteers and raised $500,000 through door-to-door fundraising. It was the first private general medical-surgical hospital serving Adams and Southern Weld Counties and Colorado’s first licensed two-stage hospital and nursing home under one roof. The facility was renamed Platte Valley Hospital in 1980.Location:Platte Valley ClinicWork City:BrightonWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$7.25 - $999.99We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. 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