Emergency General Surgeon

Emergency General Surgeon

Rochester General Hospital | Rochester, NY
Rochester Regional Health – We’re Here for It

Shape the future of Emergency General Surgery with a physician-led, academically engaged team at Rochester General Hospital, part of Rochester Regional Health—named one of Becker’s “Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare.”

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to redefine your future, grow professionally, and help shape the next generation of surgical leaders through residency development.

Position Highlights

• Join a collegial, stable team of 3 experienced Emergency General Surgeons
• Dedicated OR time for urgent/emergency cases
• Surgically fulfilling, high-acuity case mix including appendicitis, bowel obstruction, soft tissue infections, ischemic bowel, and more
• Strong Advanced Practice Provider (APP) support and efficient clinical workflows
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across specialties
• Be part of developing a new General Surgery Residency Program (launch expected within 2 years)
• Practice in a physician-led system with a clear commitment to professional growth and well-being

What You Bring

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery
• Fellowship training ideal, not required (Surgical Critical Care, Acute Care Surgery, or Trauma)
• Minimum 3 years of independent Emergency General Surgery experience required
• NYS Medical License or eligibility
• Commitment to patient-centered care, collaboration, and continuous learning
• Passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of surgeons

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with sign-on bonus
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
• Fully covered relocation package
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan for long-term financial security
• Full malpractice coverage, including tail
• Generous PTO, CME allowance, and academic opportunities
• A collaborative, supportive practice environment built for long-term success

Why Rochester?

• Top 10 U.S. City for Quality of Life (Forbes)
• Affordable cost of living, vibrant arts scene, and easy access to the Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, and major metro areas like NYC and Boston

About Rochester General Hospital

Rochester General is a 528-bed tertiary care center, proud to be an American College of Surgeons (ACS) Geriatric Surgery Verified Program. We combine surgical innovation with compassionate, patient-centered care—supported by a collaborative surgical culture and system-wide commitment to excellence.

Take the Next Step

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Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes and beyond. The system provides care from 150 locations, including five hospitals, more than 100 primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers and ambulatory campuses, innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing, a wide range of behavioral health services, and ACM Medical Laboratory, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. 

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Rochester has been ranked the 3rd best place to live in New York and as the 26th best place to live among the 150 most populous metro areas in the United States by U.S. News & World Report. The Rochester region's suburbs feature excellent public and private schools, and a variety of housing options. The Rochester region offers diverse cultural and recreational opportunities year-round, including the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, GeVa Theater Center, Rochester International Jazz Festival, as well as easy access to Manhattan, Boston, Washington, DC and Philadelphia, the Adirondacks and the Finger Lakes.