A well-established surgical program in Southern Colorado is seeking a General Surgeon to join a stable and collaborative team focused on quality care and long-term physician retention. This opportunity offers an outstanding balance of procedural volume, manageable call, and lifestyle flexibility in one of Colorado's most scenic regions. Physicians will enjoy a broad-spectrum general surgery practice with strong endoscopy volume and no vascular or bariatric surgery requirements. The organization supports both full-time and part-time schedules, making this an attractive opportunity for surgeons seeking flexibility without sacrificing earning potential. Leadership prioritizes physician autonomy, efficient workflows, and sustainable work-life balance while maintaining strong regional partnerships and clinical support. This is an ideal opportunity for a surgeon seeking a rewarding rural surgery practice with excellent compensation, light call burden, and access to Colorado's unmatched outdoor lifestyle.
Position, Compensation & Organization Highlights
- Base salary ranging from $425K-$500K
- Additional wRVU incentives with significant earning upside
- $50K sign-on bonus plus quality and productivity incentives
- Up to $100K in loan repayment assistance
- Flexible full-time or part-time structure available
- Shared call schedule averaging only 8 days per month
- Average of one consult per call day
- Approximately 75% outpatient and 25% inpatient practice mix
- Bread-and-butter General Surgery with no vascular or bariatric requirements
- Significant endoscopy opportunities and procedural volume
- Clinic schedule averages 15-20 patients daily
- Established surgical team with long-standing physician stability
- Level III Trauma Center supporting broad-spectrum rural surgery
- Collaborative administration focused on physician autonomy and retention
Community Overview
Southern Colorado offers a rare combination of mountain living, outdoor recreation, affordability, and small-town charm. Physicians enjoy a relaxed pace of life with significantly lower housing costs and overall living expenses compared to Colorado's Front Range cities. The region is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including alpine lakes, mountain peaks, hiking trails, and year-round recreational opportunities. Residents experience all four seasons alongside more than 280 days of sunshine annually, creating an ideal environment for outdoor enthusiasts and active families alike. The area also features a vibrant downtown atmosphere with local restaurants, art galleries, farmers markets, and community festivals that foster a welcoming and connected lifestyle. For physicians seeking meaningful practice opportunities without sacrificing quality of life, this Southern Colorado community delivers exceptional personal and professional balance.
Community Highlights
- Just 3 hours to Colorado Springs and 3.5 hours to Denver
- Cost of living 15-20% below Front Range metro areas
- Nearby Great Sand Dunes, alpine lakes, and fourteeners
- Enjoy over 280 sunny days annually
- Hiking, skiing, fishing, sandboarding, and golf nearby
- Mountain-view housing at substantially lower costs than Denver
- Walkable downtown with shops, dining, and local art
- State university offering educational and spouse opportunities
- Regional airport with convenient flight connections
- Strong local culture with farmers markets and artisan goods
- Winter recreation including ice skating and seasonal festivals
