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Colorectal Surgery Job in Flowood, Mississippi

Colorectal Surgery Opportunity - Flowood, MS

Company:Community Health Systems

Profession/Specialty:Colorectal Surgery

Location:Flowood, Mississippi, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Merit Health River Oaks is seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified (BE/BC) Colorectal Surgeon to join an established, high-volume group practice in Flowood, Mississippi.

This is a turnkey, hospital-employed opportunity to build a specialized colorectal practice while maintaining a component of general surgery call and coverage. You will step into an active practice with an established patient base, strong primary care and gastroenterology referral streams, and robust surgical support. Fellowship training in Colon and Rectal Surgery is required. 

  • Specialized Scope: Full spectrum of specialized colorectal care, including advanced laparoscopic/robotic procedures, surgical oncology, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), diverticular disease, pelvic floor disorders, and anorectal conditions.
  •  General Surgery Component: Maintain general surgery skills through shared, manageable call coverage and general surgical cases as needed by the practice.
  •  Procedures: In-office procedures, dedicated operating room block time, and endoscopic suites.
  •  Practice Environment: Collaborative, supportive group setting with experienced perioperative and clinical staff.
  •  Call Schedule: Shared, balanced call schedule covering both colorectal and general surgery needs.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with wRVU productivity incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Relocation assistance and commencement bonus available
  • Supportive environment designed for long-term career success
About the Hospital

Merit Health River Oaks is a 160-bed acute care hospital located in Flowood, Mississippi. The hospital provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, including preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitative care. Services include advanced imaging, minimally invasive surgery, and comprehensive rehabilitation programs delivered by a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Community

Flowood is a growing suburb of Jackson, Mississippi, located in Rankin County. The area has experienced significant residential and commercial development and is home to many healthcare practices. With strong schools, parks, recreational facilities, and year-round community events, Flowood offers a family-friendly lifestyle with convenient access to the greater Jackson area.

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About Merit Health River Oaks

Located in Flowood, a suburb of Jackson, Mississippi, River Oaks Hospital is a 155-bed facility. Major service lines include maternity, orthopedics and neurosurgery. This is a surgery-driven facility that was recently expanded due to the growth of the Rankin county area. River Oaks was recently named #1 in Mississippi for orthopedic services, joint replacement and spine surgery by HealthGrades. It has also been named as Jackson's Best Place to Receive Maternity Care. The hospital has over 500 medical staff members and a strong clinical staff base.

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