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Kaiser Permanente / The Permanente Medical Group
The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. (TPMG - Kaiser Permanente Northern California) is one of the largest medical groups in the nation with over 9,000 physicians, 22 medical centers, numerous clinics throughout Northern and Central California and a 75-year tradition of providing quality medical care.
GENERAL SURGEON
South Sacramento, California
We are currently seeking a BC or BE General Surgeon to join our outstanding team at the South Sacramento Medical Center and have a particular need for those candidates with a strong interest or background in Acute Care/Emergency General Surgery.
Qualifications
BE or BC General Surgeon
Minimally Invasive, Acute Care Surgery, and/or Trauma/Surgical Critical Care training or experience is a plus but not a requirement.
Responsibilities
The surgeon will join our existing team of Acute Care/Emergency General surgeons
General Surgery night and weekend call shared equally among department members (on average, 3 nights/month)
Participation in resident training/education is required.
Job Description:
The Department of Surgery at Kaiser South Sacramento Medical Center is looking to hire a BC/BE General Surgeon to join the Division of General Surgery, where you will join part of a team known for its culture of teamwork, camaraderie, innovation, and excellence. In addition to maintaining a robust Core General Surgery practice, our surgeons currently staff specialty service lines within the division including Emergency General Surgery, Surgical Oncology (with specific emphases on Breast, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic, Endocrine, and Melanoma), Colorectal Surgery, and Robotics/MIS/Foregut. We work alongside the Divisions of Trauma Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, General Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Our department, along with the South Sacramento Medical Center, serves as one of the referral hubs for Kaiser Permanente patients from Northern California and beyond. We are a core training site for residents from the UC Davis Medical Center. Several members of the department are actively engaged and funded in clinical, health services, and delivery science research.
Our Acute Care/Emergency General Surgery service line is currently staffed by 5 dedicated individuals, with additional participation by other department members, as well. The service provides organized, high quality care to our non-elective patients and is structured to maximize continuity of care. The participating surgeons are supported by 24/7/365 resident coverage, a robust group of Physician Assistants, a fully staffed Wound Care clinic, surgery schedulers, and experienced medical assistants. Care is often provided in partnership with members of our other specialty service lines. The ideal candidate is familiar and comfortable with all facets of core General Surgery, including laparoscopy. Additional training in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Acute Care Surgery, or Surgical Critical Care is a bonus but is not required. The opportunity to establish a significant elective practice is readily available for interested candidates.
A FEW REASONS TO CONSIDER A PRACTICE WITH TPMG:
Work-life balance focused practice, including flexible schedules and unmatched practice support.
We can focus on providing excellent patient care without managing overhead and billing. No RVUs!
We practice in an environment with patients at the center, deliver culturally responsive and compassionate care to our member populations, and are committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Multi-specialty collaboration with a mission-driven integrated health care delivery model.
An outstanding electronic medical record system that allows flexibility in patient management.
We have a very rich and comprehensive Physician Health & Wellness Program.
We are Physician-led and develop our own leaders.
Professional development opportunities in teaching, research, mentorship, physician leadership, and community service.
EXTRAORDINARY BENEFITS:
Competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive vision, medical, and dental
Interest Free Home Loan Program up to $250,000 (approval required)
Relocation Assistance up to $10,000 (approval required)
Malpractice and Tail Insurance
Life Insurance
Optional Long-Term Care Insurance
Paid holidays, sick leave, and education leave
Shareholder track
Three retirement plans, including a pension plan and 401(k)
Full-time annual salary range is $380,040 to $392,040 plus additional potential incentives up to $84,000*.
Reduced schedules with pro-rated compensation may be available.
*Some incentive opportunities are estimates based on potential premium pay.
For more information about these career opportunities and wage ranges, please visit: northerncalifornia.permanente.org
You may also email your CV to Victor Ramirez at Victor.R.Ramirez@kp.org or call (510) 625-6281.
We are an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
