The most extensive integrated healthcare system in Connecticut has an opening for a Chief of Colorectal Surgery in our southwestern Connecticut location. We are a growing and financially secure physician-led organization with best-in-class operations and business management.

About the Organization:

• The organization includes 7 acute care facilities, an integrated Medical Group, and several partnerships with various specialties locally and regionally
• We have been named one of America?s most innovative companies to work by Fortune Magazine
• This position is based at our 473-bed teaching hospital. As a destination tertiary care center, it is served by our LIFE STAR air ambulance.

About the Opportunity:

• Candidates should be board-certified in General Surgery and fellowship-trained in colorectal surgery with additional robotics experience.
• The Surgeon will provide surgical consultation and care to individuals needing assistance in the management of diverse colorectal diseases, including complex anorectal disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and cancer treatment. Candidates must have 7+ years of clinical experience in colorectal practice, as well as leadership skills.
• Dedication to team building and participation in strategic programmatic growth initiatives are essential to the successful applicant.
• The position includes teaching and mentoring all levels of surgical trainees.
• Participate in quality, safety, and education for all staff and participate in committees.
• Participating in call to assist our acute care surgery team in the management of complex colorectal emergencies as needed and scheduled.
• Participating in the educational and administrative activities of HHC?s Digestive Health Institute.
• Work closely with the Chair of the Department of Surgery on community outreach initiatives and innovative clinical redesign projects.
• This position will offer a highly robust salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Location/Community:

• Located on the scenic Connecticut seacoast within an hour of New York City
• Fairfield County offers some of the most top-ranked public schools in the nation
• Population of 148,000 people

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