Surgery - General Physician

Join our Machias, ME Team! General Surgeon Starting Salary : $500,000 / yr $50,000 sign on bonus $35,000 housing stipend Requirements to apply : MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school. Active Maine medical license and DEA registration. Open to new graduates and visa candidates $500K General Surgery Role in Coastal Maine 4-Day Week, $85K in Bonuses, Scenic Downeast Lifestyle! Job Overview : This Community Hospital is seeking a General Surgeon for a rewarding position offering a balanced 4-day work week. The schedule includes mornings in the OR and afternoons in clinic, providing a diverse and engaging workday. The surgeon will oversee one Physician Assistant in the clinic and primarily perform general surgery with a strong focus on endoscopic procedures. Call coverage is required as part of the role, contributing to the hospital s essential surgical services. This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon who values a collaborative, community-focused environment with a manageable and consistent schedule. What are the benefits? 4-6 weeks paid vacation plus 5 sick days, one week paid for CME and hospital holidays per calendar year Malpractice insurance coverage 401k retirement plan once eligible with minimum hospital contribution of 3% and matching up to 1% Employee Paid Life Insurance Vision & Dental. Competitive Health Insurance Supportive, Collaborative Environment Work alongside a multidisciplinary care team. Key responsibilities : Perform surgical procedures to treat a wide range of conditions, including abdominal, gastrointestinal, and soft tissue issues. Conduct pre-operative and post-operative consultations and care for surgical patients. Interpret diagnostic tests such as imaging and lab results to determine the need for surgery. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive patient treatment plans. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, surgical procedures, and follow-up in medical records. Where? The town is served by a well-respected regional medical center, where physicians can thrive in a collaborative, patient-centered setting. With a rich cultural heritage and proximity to the renowned Acadia National Park, Machias provides an enriching environment for both work and leisure. The area also enjoys a lower cost of living compared to larger metropolitan areas, allowing physicians to achieve a better work-life balance. For those seeking a meaningful medical career in a welcoming community, Machias offers the ideal location to practice and grow. Who are we? Located in the heart of Downeast Maine, this 25-bed acute care facility offers state-of-the-art technology and specialty services uncommon in rural hospitals. Serving Machias and Washington County, the facility has evolved since its founding in 1960, with several expansions over the years to accommodate growing needs. Notable improvements include an expanded emergency department completed in 2017, with nine private rooms, state-of-the-art monitoring, and a newly designed entrance for better access. The hospital provides comprehensive care, including family practice, pediatrics, OB / GYN, and specialty services such as orthopedics, general surgery, and pain medicine. With a focus on quality, patient safety, and satisfaction, the hospital is an integral part of the region's healthcare landscape.