Description
Colorectal Surgery PROFILE
(Outpatient/Inpatient)
Deaconess Specialty Physicians/Cancer Service Line
Deaconess Specialty Physicians is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Colorectal Surgeon to join our dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing surgical team. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a collaborative, resource-rich environment that is committed to surgical excellence in benign and malignant conditions of the small bowel, colon, and rectum, offering a full spectrum of care including traditional surgery, robotic/laparoscopic procedures, and endoscopy.
Position Highlights
Guaranteed Base Salary: $450,000 for the first 12 months, plus additional compensation with quality incentive bonus and APP supervision
Lucrative Compensation Model: Productivity-based earnings with investment opportunity in the Evansville Surgery Center (joint venture with Deaconess and community surgeons)
Sign-On Bonus: $50K + training stipends available for current fellows
Ideal Candidate
Board-certified or board-eligible in Colorectal Surgery
Eligible for medical licensure in Indiana (potential Kentucky and Illinois)
Commitment to a collaborative, patient-centered approach
Interest in clinical excellence, innovation, and quality improvement
Integrated Team
Strong Team Culture: Join a collegial, multidisciplinary team of surgeons, and colorectal advanced practice providers. Our group thrives on collaboration, mentorship, and shared decision-making.
Cancer Center Integration: Work closely in an ACS CoC accredited cancer center that includes strong partnerships with gastroenterology, IR/radiology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, hepatobiliary Surgery, and GI pathologists.
Support services embedded in the clinic: social work, dieticians, PM&R, palliative care
Advanced Endoscopic and Interventional Services: Full access to therapeutic endoscopy, interventional radiology, and other subspecialty services for complex case support
Robotic Surgery Access at 2 campuses: Extensive access to multiple robotic platforms at both sites.
Multidisciplinary Excellence
Work alongside a team of experts from various specialties to provide patient-centered and comprehensive care to our patients with a GI tumor board already established.
We are actively pursuing NAPRC accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to delivering the highest standards in multidisciplinary colorectal cancer care.
Other specialized tumor boards include Urologic, Head and Neck, Cutaneous, Gynecologic, Thoracic, Breast, Neurologic, and Hematologic Malignancies
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Practice Locations
Deaconess Clinic Midtown & Gateway Campuses
Inpatient and outpatient integrated practice with NP/PA support
Call Structure
Colorectal call coverage 1:3 with APP support
No general surgery or trauma call
Benefits That Matter
Generous PTO: 5 weeks + 6 holidays
CME Support: 5 days + $3,500 annual stipends
Full Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life
Retirement Plans: 401k + 457b
Licensing & Certification: DEA, board fees covered
Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
Tech Allowance: $750 every 5 years
Why Deaconess?
Deaconess is the region’s leading healthcare system, with a strong tradition of physician leadership and integration. Our multi-specialty group spans southern Indiana, Illinois, and western Kentucky, offering unmatched access to technology, referrals, and collaborative care.
With a large primary care base and expansive referral network, you’ll build a thriving practice quickly in a collegial, quality-focused environment you’ll be proud to call home
Requirements
Board-certified or board-eligible in Colorectal Surgery
Eligible for medical licensure in Indiana (potential Kentucky and Illinois)
Commitment to a collaborative, patient-centered approach
Interest in clinical excellence, innovation, and quality improvement
Integrated Team
