General Surgeon - Limited Part-Time

Vernon Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Memorial Healthcare in Viroqua, Wisconsin, seeks a General Surgeon to join a collaborative surgery team in a respected rural, critical access hospital. The role emphasizes high-quality, patient-centered care and engagement with four state-of-the-art surgical suites and an integrated Epic EMR.

You'll work in a community with strong ties to outdoor recreation, education, and a mission-driven, non-profit culture, with meaningful opportunities to influence rural healthcare.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or better required.
• 2-5 years post-residency preferred.
• Licenses & certifications listed below are required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide general surgery within a four-suite, rural-critical access hospital.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered surgical care.
• Participate in a shared general surgery call at a 1:3 ratio.
• Contribute to ongoing program development in a collaborative, rural healthcare setting.

Education

Doctorate or better

2-5 years post-residency preferred

Tools

Doc of Osteopathic Med

Doctor of Medicine

DEA

ACLS Adv Card Life Sup

PALS Ped Adv Life Support

BLS Basic Life Support

Job description

Join an independent, non-profit, and award-winning critical access hospital and make an immediate impact in the quaint and thriving rural communities located in the heart of the beautiful Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin!

Vernon Memorial Healthcare in Viroqua, Wisconsin is looking for an inspiring and passionate General Surgeon to join its collaborative and innovative surgery team. As a General Surgeon in a reputable critical access hospital and trauma program, opportunities to influence the future of rural healthcare while building meaningful and long-lasting relationships with patients, families, and the community are truly endless. Our collaborative and team-based clinic environment is focused on high-quality, patient-centered care, in support of an award-winning critical access hospital.

What to expect as a General Surgeon at Vernon Memorial Healthcare:

• Four state-of-the-art surgical suites, supporting GI, orthopedic, and general surgery practices
• 25-bed critical access hospital
• Calming and therapeutic environment with a friendly and responsive care team
• Fully renovated 11-bed emergency room and urgent care with private patient rooms
• Innovative technology with Epic (v.2018) EMR
• Active outpatient practice, including procedures in rural health clinics
• Shared general surgery call at 1:3 ratio
• Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement

If you have a passion for collaborative medicine in rural healthcare, we want you to be part of our General Surgery team!

Viroqua is located in the heart of Driftless Wisconsin, defined by the Mississippi River to the west and rolling landscapes of the Kickapoo Valley. An abundance of outdoor recreational activities, a vibrant and artsy culture, and eclectic eateries and performance venues make this region a hidden gem of the Midwest. Viroqua and its surrounding communities have excellent public and private schools, low cost of living, and thriving economies, making this a great place to work, live, and play!

Exceptional care. Close to home.

Vernon Memorial Healthcare has been caring for the Viroqua area, as an independent, non-profit organization, since 1951. Our Orthopedic and General Surgery Center has been named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement. VMH includes a critical access hospital with four rural health clinics committed to high quality patient care experiences and fueled by dedication to our mission, vision, and values. Bring your talent and skills to a place where you will feel appreciated, experience rewarding work, and be part of a culture that practices teamwork, kindness, and collaboration.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Doctorate or better.

Experience

Preferred

2-5 years post-residency preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Doc of Osteopathic Med

Doctor of Medicine

Drug Enforcement Admin

ACLS Adv Card Life Sup

PALS Ped Adv Life Support

BLS Basic Life Support

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