General Surgery Physician

Quick Facts

• Candidate type: MD, DO
• Specialty: Surgery: General
• Visa accepted: J-1 or H-1B

Description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible general surgeon to join a growing surgical team in Prestonsburg, KY. The role provides comprehensive general surgical care across elective, urgent, and trauma cases, with physician-led support from advanced technology and experienced staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of general surgery procedures including elective, urgent, and trauma cases
• Provide inpatient surgical care and manage pre- and post-operative patient care
• Collaborate closely with primary care, anesthesia, specialty physicians, and allied health professionals
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams and quality improvement programs
• Support surgical education and community outreach initiatives

Why ARH

• Competitive compensation with productivity-based incentives, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, malpractice with tail coverage, 403(b), generous PTO, CME allowance plus paid CME days
• Loan repayment options and visa sponsorship (H-1B/J-1) available
• State-of-the-art surgical facilities, robust EHR, and supportive clinical teams

Candidate Profile

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in General Surgery
• Experienced in elective, emergency, and trauma surgery
• Dedicated to patient-centered care in a rural/regional health setting
• Collaborative, community-focused, and adaptable

Benefits

• Generous starting bonuses and relocation assistance
• Competitive salary with RVU production model
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Stipend considerations
• Great comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO): 29 days annually
• CME reimbursement with 5 additional PTO days
• Malpractice coverage
• J-1 to H-1 immigration legal support