General Surgery Opening in Lawrenceburg, TN
Updated 11/06/26
Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, United States
Physician
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
General Surgeon opening in Tennessee
Lawrenceburg & Pulaski, Tennessee
Full time
An established regional healthcare system in southern Tennessee is seeking a General Surgeon to join its growing surgical practice, serving patients in Lawrenceburg and Pulaski, Tennessee. This opportunity offers a 4.5-day workweek, Advanced Practice Provider support, and access to a 24/7 hospitalist program to assist with patient admissions and inpatient management. The incoming surgeon will join a collaborative clinical environment with strong practice management support and the opportunity to help develop a future robotic surgery program. Physicians will have access to a 99-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital offering comprehensive surgical and specialty services. With a sign-on bonus of up to $75,000, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits, this position provides an excellent opportunity for a surgeon seeking professional growth and an attractive quality of life in southern Tennessee.
Position Highlights
General Surgery opportunity serving Lawrenceburg and Pulaski, TN
Join an established and expanding surgical practice
4.5-day workweek
Opportunity to serve patients across two regional markets
Advanced Practice Provider (APP) support
24/7 hospitalist program supporting admissions and inpatient care
Opportunity to contribute to the development of a future robotic surgery program
Strong practice management and administrative support
Collaborative medical and surgical staff
Access to a 99-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital
Sign-on bonus up to $75,000
Generous relocation assistance
Student loan repayment assistance
Comprehensive benefits package
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general surgical consultations and patient evaluations
Diagnose and manage a broad range of general surgical conditions
Perform elective and medically necessary general surgery procedures within clinical privileges
Provide preoperative assessments and postoperative follow-up care
Coordinate surgical treatment plans with referring physicians and specialty providers
Collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers and hospitalist teams
Manage surgical patients in inpatient and outpatient settings as appropriate
Participate in surgical service line development and practice growth
Contribute to planning and development of a potential robotic surgery program
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Promote evidence-based surgical care, quality improvement, and patient safety
Practice Environment & Schedule
Established General Surgery practice
4.5-day workweek
Practice opportunities across Lawrenceburg and Pulaski
APP support
Established 24/7 hospitalist coverage
Access to operating room and hospital-based clinical resources
Collaborative surgical and specialty care teams
Strong practice management support
Opportunity to help expand surgical services throughout the region
Potential involvement in the development of a robotic surgery program
Specific operating room schedules and call responsibilities available during the interview process
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Sign-on bonus up to $75,000
Generous relocation assistance
Student loan repayment assistance
Paid vacation
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual CME allowance
Medical malpractice insurance
Strong practice management and administrative support
Additional compensation and recruitment package details available during the interview process
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency
Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in General Surgery
Current or eligible Tennessee medical license
Strong clinical and operative skills in General Surgery
Ability to provide comprehensive surgical care in a community hospital setting
Interest in helping expand a growing surgical practice
Interest in robotic surgery program development is a plus
Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered surgical care
About the Hospital
This established 99-bed, Joint Commission-accredited regional hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services to Lawrenceburg and surrounding communities throughout southern Tennessee.
99-bed acute care hospital
Joint Commission accredited
Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services
General Surgery and surgical specialty services
Orthopedics and Podiatry
Urology and Obstetrics/Gynecology
Emergency services
Inpatient rehabilitation
Cardiology services with an Accredited Chest Pain Center
Wound care services
Diagnostic and interventional radiology
24/7 hospitalist program
Collaborative physician and clinical support teams
Opportunity for continued surgical service line growth
About Lawrenceburg & Pulaski, Tennessee
Lawrenceburg and Pulaski offer welcoming small-town communities in southern Tennessee, combining affordable living, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to larger metropolitan areas.
Located in scenic southern Tennessee
Convenient access to Nashville, Tennessee
Short drive to Florence and Huntsville, Alabama
Approximately 50 minutes from Cool Springs shopping in Franklin
Affordable housing and a lower cost of living
No Tennessee state income tax on wages
Family-friendly neighborhoods and local educational opportunities
Access to two nearby state parks
Golf courses, swimming, tennis, and outdoor recreation
Local festivals, including bluegrass and Oktoberfest celebrations
Historic downtown areas with local shops and restaurants
Welcoming communities with a relaxed pace of life
An excellent opportunity for a General Surgeon seeking a 4.5-day workweek, two established regional markets, APP and hospitalist support, the opportunity to help develop a robotic surgery program, up to $75,000 in sign-on incentives, and an attractive quality of life in southern Tennessee.
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