General Surgeon

Lifepoint Health; Wytheville (VA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

CME allowance

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking an experienced General Surgeon for Wythe County Community Hospital in Virginia. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a supportive environment with a competitive compensation package including a sign-on bonus and health benefits.

Ideal candidates will have experience in general surgery and be comfortable practicing independently. Join a dedicated team committed to expanding surgical capabilities in Southwest Virginia.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a community hospital setting with broad-scope general surgery skills.
• Experience with managing acute surgical cases and GI bleeds.
• Familiarity with robotic surgery platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general surgeries, manage patients pre- and post-operatively.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to expand surgical capabilities.
• Participate in call rotations and contribute to patient care.

Skills

General surgery practice

Independently practicing

Endoscopy/Colonoscopy

Managing GI bleeds

Robotic surgery

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in General Surgery

Job description

Seeking Experienced General Surgeon | Community Impact & Program Growth | Southwest Virginia

Your Healing Mission Matters

As a General Surgeon with Wythe County Community Hospital in Wytheville, Virginia, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Details

• Hospital-employed position
• Seeking surgeon comfortable practicing independently in a community hospital setting
• Bread-and-butter general surgery practice with endoscopy/colonoscopy capabilities
• Ability to manage GI bleeds and acute surgical cases in a community hospital setting
• da Vinci robotic platform anticipated later this year
• Supportive hospital leadership committed to expanding surgical capabilities locally
• Competitive compensation package with productivity incentives
• Additional call compensation available for call shifts beyond contractual expectations
• Open to experienced surgeons comfortable with broad-scope general surgery

Our Compensation Package

• Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Early-commitment residency stipend
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
• Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
• Marketing and practice growth assistance

Wythe County Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wythe County Community Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.