General Surgeon
We Are Hiring
Location: Kokomo, Indiana
Facility Name: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo Surgery
Schedule:Full-Time
Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Productivity incentives: (RVU / Quality)
CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
What You Will Do
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- Join an established team
- Call structure: One week on/one week off
- Practice setting: Inpatient
- Access to [Cath lab | Robotics | Dedicated block time | Support staff]
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
- Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
- Provide patient care and medical treatment within the assigned area.
- Evaluate and treat patients using appropriate diagnostic skills.
- Coordinate with case management for efficient discharge planning
About the Facility
- Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo operates as a 129-bed acute care facility.
- Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo primarily serves Howard County and the broader Central Indiana region. This facility supports a local metro population of over 83,000 residents, with a strong focus on providing accessible healthcare to vulnerable, uninsured, and underinsured populations across the
- Integrated referral network
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Additional Preferences
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Visa Eligibility
H1-B Visa Eligible
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Why Join Our Team?
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.