Physician - General Surgery
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Job Description
Join Our Team as a General Surgeon – Cottage Hospital
Cottage Hospital, located near New Hampshire’s picturesque White Mountains, is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgeon to join our dedicated and collaborative team. This is a unique opportunity offering a 1 week on / 1 week off schedule, providing more than 26 weeks off per year—an exceptional balance of professional fulfillment and personal time.
You’ll practice in a solo model shared with one other General Surgeon, allowing for both autonomy and partnership. During your on week, you’ll manage a blend of clinic responsibilities, OR block time, and call coverage, giving you a well-rounded and engaging practice.
Our environment is highly supportive, with a strong anesthesia team and collaborative Emergency Department physicians. Trauma demands are minimal, and most call-back occurs during daylight hours, contributing to a manageable and sustainable workflow.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive general surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Perform a range of procedures, including endoscopy
- Manage ICU patients as needed
- Participate in a shared call rotation (1 week on / 1 week off)
- Collaborate closely with anesthesia, ED providers, and hospital staff
This is an ideal opportunity for a surgeon seeking clinical autonomy, a strong support system, and a lifestyle-friendly schedule—all within a beautiful New England setting.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive general surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including performing procedures like endoscopy. Manage ICU patients and participate in a shared call rotation with a collaborative team.
Requirements
Must be a Board Certified or Board Eligible General Surgeon. Requires the ability to work in a solo model shared with one other surgeon and collaborate with anesthesia and emergency department staff.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 98% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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