General Surgery APP in SC - $5k Signing Bonus!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The General Surgery APP will play an important role in supporting the General Surgery team at Conway Medical Center. This position includes assisting with surgical cases, inpatient care, and outpatient follow-ups. The APP will work closely with surgeons and other team members to deliver high-quality care to patients while enhancing surgical efficiencies. Responsibilities include participating in pre-operative and post-operative management, conducting consultations, and providing patient education.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• Primarily outpatient clinical role – with inpatient responsibilities
• Standard office hours (Mon-Fri)
• Protected administrative time (5 days clinic time with .5-day admin time per week)
• 36 patient contact hours / 4 admin hours
• Dedicated 95% or more time to the OR, with occasional inpatient follow-up and ED call coverage during clinic hours.
• No weekend call responsibilities.
• Support for general and robotic surgeries, assisting in advanced procedures.
• Cerner EMR

PATIENT VOLUME & CENSUS:

• Daily Patient Volume: Variable based on surgical caseload and clinic needs.
• Patient Demographics: Broad range of surgical patients requiring general and advanced procedures.

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Primary Role: Assisting in surgical procedures (General, robotic, and minimally invasive surgeries), pre- and post-operative care, and patient consultations.
• Support Services: Collaborating with surgeons to enhance patient outcomes, manage post-operative care, and address emergency needs during clinic hours. Dedicated RN support, 14 ORs with low infection rates.
• Technology: Da Vinci Robotic Surgical System and advanced imaging tools.

BENEFITS:

• Sign-on Bonus: $5k+ sign-on bonus to assist with the transition.
• Competitive Compensation: Guaranteed base salary (typically MGMA median)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, & vision; supplemental insurance options (short/long-term disability, accidental, cancer, life); retirement plans with employer match.
• Student Loan Repayment: Eligible for loan repayment assistance through the PSLF program, helping to manage and reduce student debt.
• CME Allowances: 5 days off a year / $2k a year
• Malpractice Insurance/Tail Coverage: Coverage provided by CMC.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and ample paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance (24 Days PTO).

ABOUT CONWAY MEDICAL CENTER:

Conway Medical Center (CMC) is a state-of-the-art healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to the community. With over 95 years of unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our community, CMC has earned a reputation as a trusted and leading provider of comprehensive medical services in South Carolina.

• Duke Health Affiliate in Cancer: The only regional partner offering world-class oncology care.
• Accredited by DNV (Det Norske Veritas Healthcare Inc.).
• Named a Top-Rated Employer in the 2024 Forbes Best in State Employers list.
• Busiest da Vinci Robotic Surgery Platform in the eastern U.S. (#2 in the U.S.), and the first hospital in the Carolinas to use the da Vinci 5 Surgical System.
• Stroke care certified by the American Heart Association.
• Chest Pain Accreditation with Primary PCI, the only hospital in the region with this distinction.

ABOUT THE AREA:

• Cost of living 9.1% below the national average
• Highly rated public and private schools and a leading division 1 university - Coastal Carolina University
• An average 218 days of sunshine each year, with an average temperature of 74 degrees
• Beaches: Easy access and close proximity to the stunning beaches of Myrtle Beach.
• Entertainment: Wide range of attractions, including amusement parks, live entertainment, and vibrant nightlife. Close proximity to major cities like Charleston and Columbia.
• Outdoor Recreation: Variety of outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, fishing, and golfing
• Dining: Diverse culinary scenes including seafood, Southern cuisine, and international flavors

Conway Medical Center (CMC) is a state-of-the-art healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to the community. With over 90 years of unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our community, CMC has earned a reputation as a trusted and leading provider of comprehensive medical services in South Carolina.

CMC has over 220 inpatient beds and is one of the county’s largest employers with almost 2000 staff members, including 200+ physicians representing 30 specialties. CMC also owns CMC Physicians Group which includes physician practices from Murrells Inlet to North Myrtle Beach.