General Surgeon

Sky Lakes Medical Center is seeking a General Surgery candidate to join a team of three experienced General Surgeons. This collegial and supportive team is led by a knowledgeable Medical Director who is eager to provide mentorship, making it an excellent opportunity for new graduates. The role primarily involves "bread and butter" general surgery, with a focus on laparoscopic procedures, including Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS), and requires proficiency in endoscopy. While robotics are not currently available, Sky Lakes is planning an expansion in 2026, with robotics expected to be added within the next five years.

• The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with two days dedicated to clinic, two days in the OR, and one day for administrative tasks.
• Compensation is structured as a base salary plus RVU, with a base range of $475,000 to $527,000, depending on experience.
• Both seasoned surgeons and new grads are welcome to apply, including class of 2027 graduates and J1/H1b candidates.
• Call rotation is 1:5 on weekdays and weekends, with an average of 75 procedures and around 100 clinic visits per month, though these numbers may vary slightly. Interventional Radiology (IR) support is available, and two dedicated surgical Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are part of the team, with each surgeon having an APP in the clinic one day per week.
• The group values a strong support system and teamwork and offers opportunities to work with academic programs, including rotating Family Medicine residents.

Where You’ll Work

Sky Lakes Medical Center is an accredited, 176-bed medical facility providing care for patients across a 10,000-square-mile area in south-central Oregon. Known for being a service-based, community-focused hospital, the campus includes the award-winning Sky Lakes Cancer Treatment Center, the Center for Total Joint and Spine Care and the Cascades East Family Medicine Residency Clinic. It is also one of the few medical facilities in Oregon to be ISO 9001-certified for continual quality improvements.

Where You’ll Live

Klamath Falls is a charming city in southern Oregon known for its stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by mountains and forests, it’s less than an hour’s drive from Crater Lake National Park, offering endless opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing and other outdoor activities. Klamath Falls has a strong sense of community and a low cost-of-living, making it an ideal place to call home.

Who You’ll Work For

Sky Lakes Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-owned, internationally accredited, acute-care teaching hospital serving more than 80,000 across south-central Oregon and northern California. It has been rated as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Group while receiving recognition for multiple service offerings, including stroke care and obstructive pulmonary disease treatment. With a focus on quality, Sky Lakes Medical Center is continually innovating, evolving and building new models of care.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 27880