General Surgeon at an Academic Health System - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Surgery-General
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 46202, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/16/24

The Indiana University School of Medicine's Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery and IU Health Physicians are actively recruiting a full-time general surgeon with foregut and bariatric surgical training to join the faculty at the assistant or associate professor level. The ideal candidate should be comfortable addressing complex surgical problems that are encountered at a tertiary/quaternary medical center. In this role you will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative group of surgeons and APPs while providing exceptional general surgery care within the Indianapolis area.

Clinical teaching is the mainstay of educational duties with opportunities to interact with medical students, surgical residents, and fellows in the office, inpatient, and OR settings. In addition, there are nonclinical didactic and simulation-based teaching opportunities offered in the Department of Surgery Skills Lab.

As part of the Indiana University School of Medicine Division of General Surgery and IU Health Physicians, you will receive a competitive salary and academic rank commensurate with your experience.

The IUSM Department of Surgery is committed to the education and development of excellent surgical clinicians, incorporating the skills, knowledge, and competencies essential for providing a high standard of care to residents across the state of Indiana and beyond. Faculty educators in the Department of Surgery strive to advance surgical scientist and their research and aim to instill the leadership qualities that will empower graduates to excel in all practice settings.

Employment Opportunity Details:

  • Full-time with clinical and academic duties
  • Teaching residents and fellows within the clinic, inpatient and OR settings
  • Dedicated and experienced team of providers
  • Shared Call

Qualifications:

  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy
  • American Board of Surgery board eligible/board certified surgeon
  • Able to obtain IN licensure
  • Valid, current passport and ability to travel internationally, nationally and locally
  • Experience or training in an academic setting
  • Experience working with diverse cultures and in underserved or under-resourced communities

Community Overview

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

  • Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
  • Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
  • Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
  • Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
  • Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
  • Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
  • Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
  • Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
  • Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

Client Overview

Rewarding Physician and Advanced Provider employment opportunities await with Indiana University Health Physicians.

IU Health Physicians group, which employs over 2,200 physicians and advanced providers at more than 175 locations across the state, is one of the fastest-growing, comprehensive, multi-specialty practice groups in Indiana. IUHP also serves as the faculty practice plan of Indiana University School of Medicine, and brings together faculty physicians, IU Health-affiliated physicians and private practice physicians to give highly skilled doctors access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.

At IU Health, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.

Indiana University Health National Recognition:

  • Ranked #1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
  • Riley Hospital for Children is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and is the only nationally ranked children’s hospital in Indiana
  • Preferred by consumers and referring physicians as the best health system overall in Indiana

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.