Job Description

A community-based hospital in eastern Kentucky is seeking a Board-Eligible/Board-Certified General Surgeon (MD/DO) to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a well-supported environment with strong procedural volume and a focus on work-life balance.

Position Overview

Full-time, employed position
Bread and butter general surgery
Flexible scheduling options
No requirement to perform GI procedures (established GI program in place)
Practice located adjacent to the hospital for convenience
Supportive administration and strong emphasis on quality of life

Facility Highlights

Multiple operating room suites
Dedicated endoscopy and procedure rooms with scheduling availability
Modern surgical equipment (recently updated towers, scopes, and monitors)
Highly skilled and experienced operating room staff
Established and reliable anesthesia support

Additional Details

Employment Type: Full-Time
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Community

Located in eastern Kentucky near the West Virginia border, this community offers a relaxed, small-town lifestyle with a low cost of living. The area features scenic mountain views, access to outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, and camping, and a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy a peaceful pace of life while still being within driving distance of larger regional cities.

Requirements

Qualifications

Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery
Comfortable performing general surgery procedures without robotics
Ability to manage common conditions, including hemorrhoids
Open to both experienced physicians and new graduates

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary
Uncapped productivity and incentive compensation
Sign-on/commencement bonus
Relocation assistance
Medical education debt repayment
CME allowance, licensure, and professional dues covered
Malpractice coverage
Additional benefits package

General Surgeon (MD/DO) - Louisa, Kentucky