General Surgery Opportunity in Western New York Near Canadian Border - PSLF Eligible - Busy Practice!
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 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 York, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/19/24

Join our team at Great Lakes Physician Practice located in Jamestown, NY, and immerse yourself in a rewarding General Surgery opportunity. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate General Surgeon to provide high-quality surgical care to our diverse patient population.


Western New York is an ideal destination for family living with quality educational opportunities and endless recreational activities to enjoy. Chautauqua County is located less than three hours from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Rochester, and Toronto and within an easy drive from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and Erie. You will love living here!

Position Details:

  • The general surgeons at Jamestown Area Medical Associate-GLPP offer minimally invasive robotic surgical procedures as well as traditional open procedures. Some minor surgeries may be performed in the office.
  • Practice expectation is 50% scopes.
  • Bread and butter general surgery opportunity with a robot available.
  • Physician will join three physicians and one PA in the practice.
  • Call is 1:4.
  • Outpatient clinic is located less than a five-minute drive from the hospital.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and support staff to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications:

  • Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
  • Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery.
  • Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency program.
  • Current unrestricted medical license in New York State.
  • Excellent clinical and surgical skills with a commitment to delivering compassionate patient-centered care.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

A world-class team of experts – be a part of it!

Candidates can expect:

  • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience/training, with the opportunity to receive productivity and quality incentives
  • Paid time off, CME days, and CME stipend
  • Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
  • Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Group Life insurance
  • Robust retirement plans
  • Tuition assistance for self, dependent and/or spouse/domestic partner
  • Customary and reasonable moving expenses
  • J1 & H1B Visa sponsorship

About Great Lakes Physician Practice (GLPP)

Great Lakes Physician Practice (GLPP) is a network of family physicians and specialists dedicated to making quality care for families more accessible and more comprehensive than ever before. As part of the UPMC system, GLPP employs more than 50 physicians and 20 advanced practice providers including Cardiology, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, Pulmonary/Sleep Medicine, Women’s Health, Orthopaedics, Aesthetics, and Neurosurgery. The GLPP network has 12 locations, with the largest facilities in Fredonia and a state-of-the-art medical mall in Jamestown. For more information on the practice and the hospital, please visit, www.glpp.com.

About Jamestown, NY, Chautauqua County

Situated between Lake Erie to the north and the Allegheny National Forest to the south, Jamestown is the largest population center in the county. Nearby Chautauqua Lake is a freshwater resource used by fishermen, boaters, and naturalists. Chautauqua County boasts a wide array of distinctive attractions ranging from the new National Comedy Center in Jamestown NY, the world-renowned Chautauqua Institution in Chautauqua, NY, year-round Peek’n Peak Resort, Cockaigne recreation center, and more. Enjoy the Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Museum, Midway Amusement Park, and attractions highlighting our unrivaled natural beauty such as the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History and Panama Rocks Scenic Park. Take a tour of Southern Tier Brewing Company and have a craft beverage, savor Lake Erie Wine Country, visit Lily Dale Assembly -- the world's largest spiritualist community, watch hockey or baseball games in Jamestown, enjoy a Chautauqua Lake cruise, and view notable museums such as the Robert H. Jackson Center or Fenton History Center. From history to sports, comedy and recreation, there's something for everyone.

Our Values

At GLPP, we’re driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.


Supporting a Diverse Workplace

UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system.


Minimum Salary Range: $330,000 | Maximum Salary Range: $350,000

*The referenced pay range represents GLPP’s reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position. The pay range may include potential incentive based compensation for achievement of quality or length of service metrics, if any is offered for the position. The successful candidate’s actual compensation package will be determined based upon multiple factors which include, among other things, the candidate’s expertise and experience, market factors, and related position salaries.


Ready to join us? Apply today!