Job Description
Job Description
Our organization, a prominent academic medical center and tertiary care referral facility located in Lebanon, NH, is in search of a dedicated and highly skilled Colorectal Surgeon to oversee our Division of Colorectal Surgery. The successful candidate will lead a team comprising three surgeons and three advanced practice providers. We are looking for someone with a robust clinical background, a strong commitment to education, and a genuine enthusiasm for advancing colorectal surgery through research and innovation. Experience in open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical techniques, along with a willingness to care for patients with cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal issues, and other related conditions, is essential. The ideal applicant will also demonstrate leadership capabilities, have visibility in regional and national surgical societies, and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills, as well as experience mentoring surgical residents and junior faculty.
Candidates should possess an MD, DO, or equivalent degree, have completed a general surgery residency accredited by ACGME, and have finished a fellowship in Colorectal Surgery. A proven record of success in academic surgery is preferred, enabling the candidate to be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor or full Professor at the Geisel School of Medicine.
Position Highlights:
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Lead a division that includes four surgeons and three advanced practice providers.
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Engage in a comprehensive colorectal practice within our academic medical center.
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Opportunity to perform endoscopic procedures at affiliated hospital locations.
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Collaborate in a multidisciplinary, team-oriented environment.
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Participate in a Q4 call rotation.
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Compensation based on productivity.
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Actively contribute to the academic mission of the department, with opportunities for teaching and dedicated research time. An academic appointment will be sought at Dartmouth's Geisel School of Medicine, based on experience.
What We Offer:
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A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Access to cutting-edge facilities and advanced medical technologies.
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Relocation assistance of up to $15,000, depending on the distance of the move.
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Generous retirement plans, including institutional contributions and a matching program.
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A fully benefited position that includes malpractice insurance with tail coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and affordable family medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
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Generous vacation and continuing medical education (CME) policies.
About Our Organization:
Our organization serves as the central hub for tertiary care and is recognized as the Academic Medical Center in the region. We are the only Level 1 trauma center in the state and an NCI-designated cancer center, equipped with both helicopter and ground-based medical transport services.
Our clinical excellence is reflected in our wide range of specialties and sub-specialties, supported by a growing body of clinical research that enhances patient care and outcomes. We foster a collaborative culture that encourages physician-researchers to integrate their research with a holistic care model, involving families in every aspect of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. With deep roots in the Upper Valley community, we strive to promote better health and health equity through various support services, community partnerships, and population health initiatives tailored to our region's unique demographics.
Minimum Requirements:
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MD or DO from an accredited medical institution.
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Completion of an ACGME- or RCPSC-accredited general surgery residency.
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Fellowship training in Colorectal Surgery.
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Board Certification by the American Board of Surgery.
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Eligibility for medical licensure in New Hampshire.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.