General Surgeon

Prime Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

CME allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon in Lewiston, Maine. This full-time role involves performing various surgical procedures, managing comprehensive patient care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate must hold an MD or DO degree and be actively licensed in Maine, demonstrating strong communication and patient-centered values.

Join a community that offers rich outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and a vibrant culinary scene. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery.
• Active medical license in Maine.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Dedication to patient-centered care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide array of general surgical procedures.
• Manage preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative patient care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on surgical options.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and quality metrics.
• Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Patient-centered care

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery

Active medical license in Maine

Job description

Overview

Job Title: General Surgeon Employment Type: Full-Time Organization: Central Maine Healthcare Location: Lewiston, Maine

Position Overview

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a board‑certified or board‑eligible General Surgeon to join our hospital‑based surgical team in Lewiston, Maine. The ideal candidate will also have some expertise in breast surgery and a strong commitment to patient‑centered care. This role offers a dynamic mix of elective and inpatient surgical cases in a state‑of‑the‑art hospital setting.

Work Schedule

• Hospital‑based role with a combination of elective surgeries and inpatient coverage.
• Flexible scheduling with call responsibilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Relocation assistance may be available

About the Community

Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston‑Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston‑Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling—all within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award‑winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide array of general surgical procedures.
• Manage preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative patient care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including dietitians, anesthesiologists, endocrinologists, and nursing staff.
• Educate patients and families on surgical options, risks, and long‑term care.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, surgical safety protocols, and quality metrics.
• Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board‑eligible in General Surgery.
• Active medical license in Maine.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Dedication to patient‑centered care and teamwork.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf