Surgery - General Physician

Ballad Health; Tennessee; On-site; USD 350,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee-owned practice

1:3 call schedule

Job summary

State of Franklin Healthcare Associates (SOFHA) is seeking a General Surgeon to join SOFHA Surgical Group in Johnson City, Tennessee. The practice specializes in minimally invasive techniques with a broad range of procedures, including cancer, colorectal, hernia, breast, gallbladder, and thyroid surgeries.

This opportunity features a competitive compensation model within an employee-owned, physician-led organization, a solid referral network, and a 1:3 on-call schedule at Franklin Woods

Qualifications

• Specializing in minimally invasive surgical techniques.
• Comprehensive care across a broad spectrum of procedures including cancer surgery, colon and rectal surgery, hernia repair, breast surgery, gallbladder surgery, and thyroid/parathyroid procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide general surgery services in a community hospital setting.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.
• Participate in an on-call schedule, contributing to inpatient and outpatient services.

Job description

General Surgery Opportunity

Johnson City, Tennessee

State of Franklin Healthcare Associates (SOFHA) is seeking a General Surgeon to join SOFHA Surgical Group in Johnson City, Tennessee.

SOFHA Surgical Group Is a Well-established Practice Specializing In Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques. The Team Provides Comprehensive Care Across a Broad Spectrum Of Procedures, Including

• Cancer surgery
• Colon and rectal surgery
• Abdominal wall and inguinal hernia repair
• Breast surgery
• Gallbladder surgery
• Thyroid and parathyroid procedures

Opportunity Highlights

• Competitive compensation model
• Employment with an employee-owned, physician-led medical practice
• Established referral network supported by a stable primary care base
• Call schedule of 1:3 in a community hospital setting

Facility Overview

Franklin Woods Community Hospital is an 80-bed, not-for-profit hospital located in Johnson City, Tennessee. This state-of-the-art facility offers a full range of medical and surgical services, including advanced minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures.

• Recognized as one of the nation s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics (two consecutive years)
• First hospital in Tennessee to earn Perinatal Care Certification from The Joint Commission
• LEED Silver-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council for sustainable design and operations
• Features a comprehensive family birth center

Community Overview Appalachian Highlands

The Appalachian Highlands region includes Johnson City, Kingsport, and Bristol (TN/VA), with a combined population of approximately 300,000 across Washington and Sullivan counties.

Why You Ll Love It Here

• No State Income Tax in Tennessee
• Low cost of living
• Easy access to a regional airport
• Strong public and private school systems
• Four distinct seasons

Arts & Culture

• ETSU Martin Center for the Arts
• Johnson City Symphony Orchestra
• International Storytelling Center

Outdoor Recreation

• Boone Lake
• Buffalo Mountain Park
• Tannery Knob Bike Park

Family-Friendly Attractions

• Gray Fossil Site
• Hands On! Discovery Center
• Brights Zoo

The region also offers a growing selection of local craft breweries and wineries, contributing to a vibrant and welcoming community.

Patty Turner

Director Physician and APP Recruitment