Brattleboro Memorial Hospital

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The General Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings, delivering expert diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of surgical conditions. This position requires advanced operative skill, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to patient-centered care. The surgeon works collaboratively with anesthesiologists, CRNAs, physician assistants, perioperative and peri anesthesia teams, ED clinicians, hospitalists and the Wound Clinic to ensure coordinated and effective care. Responsibilities include performing common general surgical procedures such as hernia repair, cholecystectomy, endoscopy, appendectomy, management of small bowel obstruction, colorectal surgery and skin and soft tissue surgical procedures.  The surgeon also provides evaluation and management of acute and chronic wounds within the Wound Clinic’s multidisciplinary model. Additional duties include educating patients and families about procedures and care plans, reviewing test results, addressing abnormalities, and offering a surgical perspective for palliative care, pain management, and support for end-of-life decisions. Participation in departmental meetings, ongoing professional development, and training activities is also expected.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The BMH Medical Group provides medical services in various specialties and offices including Internal and Family Medicine, Post-Acute Care, Centralized Scheduling, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Podiatry, Urology and General Surgery. The practices are staffed by clinicians (Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and Certified Nurse Midwives) who are supported by clinical staff (RNs, LPNs and Medical Assistants) and clerical staff (Patient Service Representatives). Hours vary by practice but are generally 8:00 - 5:00

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of a surgery residency program
• Board certification or eligibility for certification by the appropriate governing body
• Valid Vermont medical license to practice
• Valid Vermont DEA license
• CPR for Healthcare providers
• Proficiency in surgical techniques and procedures, including familiarity with the latest advancements.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem solving skills to effectively assess and treat conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with patients and collaborate with healthcare teams.
• Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to accuracy and patient safety.
• Dedication to ongoing professional development and staying updated with emerging trends and research.

OSHA CATEGORY

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
• Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIORNMENT

• This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None
• The typical noise level for the environment is:
• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise
• Hearing
• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA STATEMENT

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regards to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Human Resources.

Your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is on an at-will basis, meaning either you or the Company can terminate the employment relationship, at any time, for any or no reason, and with or without cause or notice. As an at-will employee, your employment with Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is not guaranteed for any length of time.

I understand the description of this job and the essential functions, as given above. I also understand that not all of the duties are described above, and that I will perform those above and other related duties as directed by my supervisor and management. I further understand that employment is at-will, and that either I or my employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time.

Approved By: Nancy Glasheen – Director, Human Resources

Date Approved: October 1, 2023

Date Reviewed: October 1, 2023

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