General Surgery Opportunity - 2027 Start | Flowood, Mississippi

Merit Health River Oaks is recruiting a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible General Surgeon to join our hospital-employed surgical team with a 2027 start date. Located in Flowood, Mississippi, one of the most desirable suburbs of Jackson, this opportunity is ideal for 2027 graduating residents as well as experienced surgeons planning a future transition.

Enjoy a well-supported practice with advanced technology, a collaborative medical staff, and the opportunity to build a thriving general surgery practice in a growing community.

Position Highlights

• 2027 start date
• Bread-and-butter general surgery practice
• No endoscopy required
• 1:3 call schedule with approximately 7–10 days of ER call per month
• Access to two da Vinci Xi robotic surgical systems
• Advanced Practice Provider support in both the clinic and inpatient settings
• Hospital-employed position with a collaborative, physician-friendly culture
• J-1 visa support available

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with wRVU productivity incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance and commencement bonus available
• Supportive environment designed for long-term career success

About Merit Health River Oaks

• Level III Trauma Center with consistent surgical volume
• Established referral network and growing community demand
• Modern operating rooms, advanced surgical technology, and strong administrative support

About the Hospital

Merit Health River Oaks is a 160-bed acute care hospital located in Flowood, Mississippi. The hospital provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, including preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitative care. Services include advanced imaging, minimally invasive surgery, and comprehensive rehabilitation programs delivered by a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Community

Flowood is a growing suburb of Jackson, Mississippi, located in Rankin County. The area has experienced significant residential and commercial development and is home to many healthcare practices. With strong schools, parks, recreational facilities, and year-round community events, Flowood offers a family-friendly lifestyle with convenient access to the greater Jackson area.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.