Description
We are looking for a highly skilled and compassionate Colorectal Surgeon to join our medical team. As a Colorectal Surgeon, you will specialize in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the colon, rectum, and anus. Your expertise will play a critical role in improving the quality of life for patients suffering from conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, and other gastrointestinal issues. You will perform a variety of surgical procedures, including minimally invasive techniques, to address both benign and malignant conditions. In addition to your surgical responsibilities, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong commitment to patient care, and a passion for advancing the field of colorectal surgery through research and education. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and are eager to contribute to a dynamic and supportive medical environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
• No General Surgery call.
• Share call with HPB colleagues for rounding on weekends.
• Perform surgical procedures, including minimally invasive and robotic techniques.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care to patients.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment options and recovery processes.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases.
• Stay updated on advancements in colorectal surgery and implement best practices.
• Contribute to research and education in the field of colorectal surgery.
Requirements
• Medical degree and board certification in General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery.
• Valid medical license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Extensive experience in performing colorectal surgical procedures.
• Strong knowledge of gastrointestinal diseases and treatment options.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
• Proficiency in using advanced surgical technologies and techniques.
Recruiter: Tina McBee, tina.mcbee@unchealth.unc.edu
Other Information
Other information:
Education Requirements:
● Active member of the Rex Hospital Medical Staff, including meeting the Board Certification requirements. Graduation from an accredited school of medicine.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● DEA;MD
● BLS
Professional Experience Requirements:
● Prefer prior hospitalist experience.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
● Language Skills: Should be able to communicate proficiently in English.
REASONING ABILITY
High-level quantitative and qualitative reason skills are essential in order to diagnosis medical and clinical issues presented by patients.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
North Carolina Medical License, DEA License, BLS/ACLS certification preferred. Board certified in Internal Medicine.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, kneel, bend and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physician generally works in a medical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasoning Ability: High-level quantitative and qualitative reason skills are essential in order to diagnosis medical and clinical issues presented by patients.
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
Organization Unit: Rex North Carolina Surgery
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
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