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Surgery Institute - Colon and Rectal Surgeon - Erie, PA

SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

The Allegheny Health Network (AHN), Surgery Institute is recruiting a Colon and Rectal Surgeon to join our team serving the greater Erie area.

Play an essential role in providing surgical care to an integrated health care delivery network that includes 14 hospitals, including 4 neighborhood hospitals, and several ambulatory surgery centers.

Provide expertise for patients with colorectal conditions necessitating surgeries using the latest therapies, including robotic surgery and less-invasive treatments.

We welcome established physicians as well as support newer physicians who are looking to develop their skills alongside knowledgeable mentors. This position offers an ideal opportunity for leadership, professional growth, and research.

Job Highlights

  • Exceptional APP and clinical support staff within a collegial environment
  • 1:6 call
  • Visa Sponsorship is available for J1 and H1
  • Opportunities for academic appointments through Drexel University School of Medicine
  • Career development
  • Job Qualifications
  • MD or DO degree and considered board certified/eligible in Colorectal Surgery
  • BC/BE in Colorectal Surgery
  • Licensure in good standing in the state of Pennsylvania prior to employment
  • DEA and CPR Certification required prior to employment
  • AHN Proudly Offers
  • 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

Why Erie? Located directly on one of our Great Lakes, Erie is home to Presque Isle State Park offering 7 miles of beaches, 14 miles of trails, and endless water activities. Enjoy our local wineries and breweries, diverse eateries and ski resorts.

The city has become home to a variety of educational institutions including top ranked school systems. Benefit from the area’s low cost of living and international airport. Erie’s cultural scene and diverse job market make it an ideal place for healthcare professionals to grow.

Why Saint Vincent Hospital? Nationally recognized for innovative practices and quality care, Allegheny Health Network is one of the largest healthcare systems serving Western PA. AHN’s Saint Vincent Hospital is a 350-bed tertiary care hospital currently serving the tristate area.

Our facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art technology and robotic capabilities. Saint Vincent Hospital has been proud to open a brand new 39-bed Emergency Department, on-site Cancer Institute facility, four state-of-the-art 700 sq. ft. Operating Rooms and more!

Recently voted Erie’s Choice as the ‘Best Hospital’ and ‘Best Place to Work’, AHN Saint Vincent continues to shine in its commitment to its employees and the Erie community.

Email Your CV and Direct Inquiries To

Carissa Johnston | Physician Recruiter carissa.johnston@ahn.org or 412-527-5941

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Key Responsibilities

The surgeon will provide expert colorectal surgical care using advanced therapies including robotic and minimally invasive techniques. They will also participate in a collegial environment with clinical support staff and have opportunities for leadership and research.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be board certified or eligible in Colorectal Surgery. Pennsylvania medical licensure, DEA registration, and CPR certification are required prior to employment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Minimally invasive surgeryPatient care

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 84% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.9% 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).

Top Surgeon Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution34 jobs · 6 employers

8
$300k
26
$350k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks33 jobs · 6 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
12%
Relocation assistance
9%
Sign-on bonus
6%
Loan repayment
3% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Surgery listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 893 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Erie

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$206k
Typical market rent
$1,103/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.0
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Erie, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation Package
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Generous PTO Plan
EAP
Employee Discounts
Gym Discounts
Loan Repayment for Qualified Candidates