Patient-Centered General Surgeon | Flexible Schedule & CME

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 435,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Malpractice with tail

Retirement plan

Paid time off

CME allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon to join our hospital-based surgical team in Lewiston, Maine. This role offers a dynamic mix of elective and inpatient surgical cases in a state-of-the-art hospital setting.

The successful candidate will participate in preoperative planning, perioperative care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, with responsibilities including education, research, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery.
• Active medical license in Maine.
• 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 including dietitians, anesthesiologist, 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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration skills

Patient-centered care

Teamwork

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Surgeon to join our hospital-based surgical team in Lewiston, Maine. This role offers a dynamic mix of elective and inpatient surgical cases in a state-of-the-art hospital setting.

The successful candidate will participate in preoperative planning, perioperative care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, with responsibilities including education, research, and adherence to safety and quality standards.