Physician - Colorectal Surgeon - Duluth, MN

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 459,900 - 562,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling and generous time off

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a full-time colorectal surgeon in Duluth, MN, to join a prominent surgical practice focused on comprehensive surgical care. The role includes responsibilities in both outpatient and inpatient settings, with an opportunity to supplement general surgery as needed.

Expected qualifications include board certification in General Surgery and a fellowship in Colorectal Surgery. The position offers a competitive salary of $511,000, with additional compensation potential through bonuses and quality incentives.

Qualifications

• BC/BE in General Surgery required.
• Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery; ABCRS certified or eligible.
• Proficiency required in all colorectal surgery procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide colorectal surgery in outpatient and inpatient/OR settings.
• Supplement practice with general surgery cases as needed.

Skills

BC/BE in General Surgery

Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery

Proficient in the full spectrum of colorectal surgery

Excellent clinical and communication skills

Strong commitment to team-oriented care

Job description

Practice Specifics

Will join an established, highly regarded Colorectal and General Surgery practice for both outpatient and inpatient/OR settings. The practice is committed to providing comprehensive Colorectal and General Surgery care, coordinating care with necessary departments. The department includes 7 general surgeons, including fellowship trained hepatobiliary, colorectal and endocrine surgeons, along with 10 NP/PA’s. The busy, established department includes general, robotic, endocrine, colorectal, breast, bariatric, advanced laparoscopic, endoscopy, colonoscopy. Large mix of cases. Rural surgery residency training program. Regional referral center. ACS Cancer Center.

Surgeries/Admissions: St. Mary's Medical Center – a 380-bed tertiary hospital, consistently ranked among America's Top 100 Hospitals, certified as HIMSS EMRAM Level 7 for both inpatient and ambulatory facilities. Miller-Dwan Medical Center – 175-bed specialized care facility. St. Mary's Hospital Superior – 25 beds, critical access hospital accredited trauma program/Level I Trauma Center.

Position Description

Full‑time position is needed due to planned retirement. The selected candidate will focus on colorectal surgery and supplement his/her practice with general surgery cases as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide colorectal surgery in outpatient and inpatient/OR settings.
• Supplement practice with general surgery cases as needed.

Requirements & Qualifications

• BC/BE in General Surgery.
• Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery; ABCRS certified or eligible.
• Proficient in the full spectrum of colorectal surgery.
• Excellent clinical and communication skills and a strong commitment to team-oriented care.

Location

150 miles north of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. Regional service area 460,000; city of Duluth population 86,000.

Compensation

$511,000. Hired candidates may be eligible for additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; supplemental options to fit your needs. 401(k) plan with employer contributions. Professional development and tuition reimbursement. Flexible scheduling, generous time off and wellness resources. Benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Contact

Search/Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org, or contact Carri Prudhomme, Senior Physician & APP Recruiter, Email: Carri Prudhomme.

EEO Statement

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings, including verification of legal right to work in the United States, health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education and experience, background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.