Physician: Surgery Institution (Hilton Head)

Novant Health; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Paid malpractice coverage

Job summary

Novant Health is expanding its Surgical Services Institute across the South Carolina region, including Hilton Head, Bluffton, and Beaufort markets. The opportunity offers modern OR capabilities, leadership support, and a focus on high-quality surgical care with multiple specialties and a pathway for program development.

Join a physician-led organization with robust benefits, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and paid malpractice coverage as part of a growing network of hospitals and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine.
• Completion of an accredited residency program.
• Fellowship training (for subspecialty roles, as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical and procedural care in hospital and/or ambulatory settings.
• Perform procedures consistent with training and specialty focus.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including anesthesia, hospital medicine, and specialty services.
• Support perioperative care, patient safety, and quality outcomes.
• Participate in service line development and expansion of surgical programs.

Skills

Procedural skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO

Accredited residency

Fellowship training (subs)

Job description

What We Offer

Novant Health is building a premier Surgical Services Institute across the South Carolina region, with a focus on Hilton Head, Bluffton, and Beaufort markets.

We are actively developing a pipeline of surgeons and procedural specialists to support continued growth across our expanding network of hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, and specialty care sites.

This is an opportunity to be part of a high-growth, program-building environment with strong leadership support, modern OR capabilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality surgical care to our communities.

Opportunities across multiple specialties, including:

• General Surgery
• Gastroenterology (Procedural / Advanced Endoscopy)
• Urology
• Orthopaedic Surgery (General & Subspecialty)
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Colorectal Surgery
• Additional surgical subspecialties as programs expand

Program Highlights:

• Employment through Novant Health Medical Group
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• First-year salary guarantee (for select roles)
• Access to block OR time and modern surgical facilities
• Relocation assistance and CME allowance
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Strong focus on work-life balance (role dependent)
• Opportunities for leadership, program development, and service line growth
• Access to both hospital-based and ambulatory surgery settings

What You'll Do

• Provide surgical and procedural care in hospital and/or ambulatory settings
• Perform procedures consistent with training and specialty focus
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including anesthesia, hospital medicine, and specialty services
• Support perioperative care, patient safety, and quality outcomes
• Participate in service line development and expansion of surgical programs
• Contribute to community engagement and access to care initiatives
• Maintain a strong commitment to Novant Health’s quality and safety standards

What We're Looking For

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine
• Completion of an accredited residency program
• Fellowship training (for subspecialty roles, as applicable)

Licensure / Certification

• Board certified or board eligible in applicable surgical specialty
• Current MD/DO license (or eligibility) in South Carolina
• DEA license

Experience & Skills

• Strong procedural and surgical skillset within specialty
• Interest in program growth and service line development
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  Why Choose Novant Health?

  • Integrated network of hospitals, outpatient centers, and physician clinics
  • Rapid expansion across South Carolina coastal markets
  • Physician-led organization with strong administrative support
  • Commitment to innovation, quality, and patient experience
  • Recognized for diversity, inclusion, and workplace excellence
  • Mission-driven culture centered on “First Do No Harm”

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