Surgery Institute - General Surgeon - Pittsburgh, West Penn Hospital
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Job Description
Company
Allegheny Health Network
Job Description
The Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Surgery Institute is actively seeking a skilled and motivated General Surgeon to join our growing and collaborative team in Pittsburgh, PA. This position offers an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered surgical care within a dynamic and innovative healthcare system.
This role is designed for a surgeon interested in a broad-based general surgery practice, including both elective and acute care surgery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills, a commitment to patient safety and outcomes, and the ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment. Opportunities exist to develop subspecialty interests aligned with programmatic growth and community needs.
This position is primarily based at one of AHN’s hospitals in the greater Pittsburgh region, with access to advanced surgical technologies, including minimally invasive and robotic platforms.
The selected candidate will work closely with a team of surgeons, Advanced Practice Professionals (APPs), and support staff to deliver comprehensive surgical care. Participation in call coverage, quality initiatives, and potential teaching opportunities with medical students and residents is expected.
Job Qualifications
- MD or DO Degree.
- Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency program.
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery.
- Pennsylvania medical licensure in good standing prior to hire.
- Interest in a broad scope of general surgery including minimally invasive techniques.
- Robotic surgery experience preferred but not required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.
AHN Proudly Offers
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment with strong specialty support.
Established referral network within a large integrated health system.
Competitive Compensation Package.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
Retirement Benefits.
Generous PTO Plan.
Additional benefits include, but not limited to: EAP, Employee Discounts, and Gym Discounts.
A diverse & inclusive workforce with respective loan repayment for qualified candidates.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
Why AHN? It’s a blended healthcare organization providing patients with exceptional healthcare for over a century. We are forging innovative solutions and key partnerships to help transform the health experience of our patients in remarkable ways. AHN's innovative approach ensures that patients receive top-notch care close to home, supported by 16 hospitals, over 250 healthcare facilities and 3,000+ physicians.
Why Pittsburgh? Working in Pittsburgh, PA, offers a vibrant and dynamic environment with a rich cultural scene and a strong sense of community. Enjoy Pittsburgh’s nationally recognized hub for medical and tech innovation, culinary options, sporting events and many indoor/outdoor activities. Benefit from a low cost of living and highly regarded educational institutions. The city's diverse neighborhoods and thriving job market make it an ideal place for healthcare professionals to grow.
Email Your CV and Direct Inquiries To
- Lauren Dunegan | Physician Recruiter | Allegheny Health Network
- 412-738-5400 or Lauren.Dunegan@ahn.org
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Key Responsibilities
The General Surgeon will provide comprehensive surgical care, including both elective and acute procedures, within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities also include participating in call coverage, quality initiatives, and potential teaching opportunities for medical students and residents.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an accredited General Surgery residency program. Applicants must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery and possess a valid Pennsylvania medical license.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Surgery Institute - General Surgeon - Pittsburgh, West Penn Hospital at Highmark Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Surgery — ranked against 1,077 active Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Surgery — Physician Career Context
In Pennsylvania, the Surgery weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$421k (13 salary observations; 94 listings), vs ~$474k nationally (301 salary observations; 1,704 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 49 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 92% have no call, 67% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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