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 boardsinclude 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