Surgery - General Physician

Responsibilities

Provide expert clinical care in a broad range of general surgical procedures, including but not limited to :

• Emergency and elective abdominal surgery
• Hernia repair (open and laparoscopic)
• Gallbladder surgery
• Breast surgery (benign and malignant)
• Endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal)
• Skin and soft tissue excisions
• Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy (preferred, but not required)

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including specialists, hospitalists, and primary care physicians, to manage comprehensive patient care and contribute to innovative treatment plans. Participate in the education and mentorship of medical residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals as opportunities arise. Engage in and contribute to the development of research initiatives in general surgery, if desired. Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely patient records. Contribute to the growth and development of the surgery division within Baylor St. Luke's Health. Flexible and willing to support organizational needs with regard to healthcare and market changes. Established clinical expertise with a commitment to excellent patient care outcomes. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to serve as a committed team member and clinical leader in the workplace. Oriented toward customer service and patient-centered care.

Benefits :

Qualifications

Education and Certifications Required

Experience

1-3 Years' experience preferred, but new grads will also be considered

Overview

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group

As a component of St. Luke's Health, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group builds upon more than 50 years of medical excellence and advancement. Through our network of multi-specialty physicians, and clinicians, we provide compassionate, high quality care and access for patients across 5,000 square miles of Southeast Texas.

Our physicians, and clinicians are dedicated to building long-lasting relationships with their patients and families through a patient-centered approach using the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment. Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group physicians, and clinicians have a wealth of experience and a reputation for practicing high-quality medicine that considers the whole person - body, mind, and spirit.

About St. Luke's Health

St. Luke's Health serves Greater Houston, East Texas , and Lake Jackson areas using the latest technological advancements and the highest standard of care. Internationally recognized as a leader in healthcare, St. Luke's Health's research and breakthroughs enhance and advance the overall continuum of care for patients around the world.

Along with advanced health services, St. Luke's Health collaborates with community partners, individual community members, and other providers of health and human services to create innovative new models of community health across the market.

About CommonSpirit Health

We are part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care. With its national office in Chicago and a team of approximately 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians, CommonSpirit Health operates 142 hospitals and more than 700 care sites across 21 states. In FY 2018, Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health had combined revenues of $29.2 billion and provided $4.2 billion in charity care, community benefit, and unreimbursed government programs. Learn more at

Pay Range

$193.17 - $240.39 / hour