General Surgeon

 

• Enjoy a balanced, manageable 1:5 call schedule for optimal work-life harmony.
• Access state-of-the-art technology, including the DV5 Robot and Da Vinci Surgical System, for cutting-edge robotic-assisted procedures.
• Collaborate with a collegial, highly established team of four surgeons and two Advanced Practice Providers.
• Benefit from a dedicated medical weight loss support team ensuring comprehensive patient care.
• Deliver exceptional clinical care by evaluating and treating patients using expert diagnostic and surgical skills.
• Serve as an admitting, attending, or consulting physician, seamlessly managing inpatient and outpatient needs alongside prompt referral processing.
• Partner closely with case management to coordinate thorough discharge planning and smooth patient transitions.
• Drive continuous clinical excellence and cost-effective care through quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in academic enrichment, including medical education and research initiatives as requested.
• Maintain thorough documentation adhering to insurance standards, managing timely appeal processes to safeguard patient access.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Work Experience

• None required.

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