Colorectal Surgeon

Colorectal Surgeon

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.
• Powered by Epic + Beacon EMR.

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.