General Surgery Physician

Appalachian Regional Healthcare; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Loan repayment options

CME reimbursement with additional PTO

Malpractice coverage

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare in Prestonsburg, KY is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Surgeon to join its surgical team. This role offers the opportunity to perform a variety of surgical procedures within a well-resourced health system focused on patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be part of a physician-led network and will be supported by advanced technology and experienced staff. Strong qualifications include experience in elective, emergency, and trauma surgery with a commitment to community-focused care.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in General Surgery is required.
• Experienced in elective, emergency, and trauma surgery.
• Dedicated to patient-centered care in a rural health setting.
• Collaborative and adaptable approach to work in a community.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of general surgery procedures including elective, urgent, and trauma cases.
• Provide inpatient surgical care and manage pre- and post-operative patient care.
• Collaborate closely with primary care and specialty physicians.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams and quality improvement programs.
• Support surgical education and community outreach initiatives.

Skills

Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in General Surgery

Elective, emergency, and trauma surgery

Patient-centered care

Collaborative and community-focused

Job description

Your Opportunity

Appalachian Regional Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Surgeon to join our growing surgical team in Prestonsburg, KY. This role offers the chance to provide comprehensive surgical care within a collaborative, well-resourced health system dedicated to improving patient outcomes across Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia.

You will be part of a physician-led network where your surgical skills and community commitment are supported by advanced technology, experienced staff, and a culture of collegiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of general surgery procedures including elective, urgent, and trauma cases
• Provide inpatient surgical care and manage pre- and post-operative patient care
• Collaborate closely with primary care, anesthesia, specialty physicians, and allied health professionals
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams and quality improvement programs
• Support surgical education and community outreach initiatives

Qualifications

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in General Surgery
• Experienced in elective, emergency, and trauma surgery
• Dedicated to patient-centered care in a rural/regional health setting
• Collaborative, community-focused, and adaptable

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with productivity-based incentives, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, malpractice with tail coverage, 403(b), generous PTO, CME allowance plus paid CME days
• Loan repayment options and visa sponsorship (H-1B/J-1) available
• State-of-the-art surgical facilities, robust EHR, and supportive clinical teams
• Generous starting bonuses and relocation assistance
• Competitive salary with RVU production model
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Stipend considerations
• Great comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO): 29 days annually
• CME reimbursement with 5 additional PTO days
• Malpractice coverage
• J-1 to H-1 immigration legal support