Colorectal Surgeon Jobs

Colorectal Surgeon jobs are open across health systems, academic medical centers, private group practices, and multispecialty clinics, from early-career attending to department chief, with specializations in minimally invasive surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, and colorectal oncology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top stateTexas
Top employerUniversity of Kentucky
Top cityWaco, TX
Work type90% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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AdventHealth Heart of Florida
Colorectal Surgeon | AdventHealth | Near Disney
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Colorectal Surgeon | AdventHealth | Near Disney
AdventHealth Heart of Florida
Davenport, Florida
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
Surgeons
501-1,000

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Corewell Health
Physician - Colorectal Surgeon - Royal Oak, MI
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Physician - Colorectal Surgeon - Royal Oak, MI
Corewell Health
Royal Oak, Michigan
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Hybrid
BLS Certification
10,000+

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UT Health East Texas
UT Tyler School of Medicine is seeking a Full-Time Colorectal Surgeon in Tyler, Texas.
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UT Health East Texas
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UT Tyler School of Medicine is seeking a Full-Time Colorectal Surgeon in Tyler, Texas.
UT Health East Texas
Tyler, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
5,001-10,000

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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Colorectal Surgeon Full-Time Dover, NH
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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeon Full-Time Dover, NH
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
Dover, New Hampshire
Business Analyst
Compliance & Risk
Data Analytics
$420k - $500k/yr
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Colorectal Surgeon
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HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeon
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, Florida
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Robotics Engineering

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Colorectal Surgeon Job Market

Who's Hiring

University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky3 open roles
Ascension
Ascension1 open role
HCP Talent
HCP Talent1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Science & Research
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Logistics & Supply Chain

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in colorectal surgeon jobs.

  • Board certification or active eligibility in colon and rectal surgery from ABCRS
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited colon and rectal surgery fellowship
  • Proficiency in minimally invasive techniques including robotic and laparoscopic surgery
  • Active or obtainable medical licensure in the state of practice
  • Experience managing inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer, and anorectal disorders
  • Ability to perform high-volume elective and emergent colorectal procedures independently

Tips for Your Colorectal Surgeon Job Search

Tailor your CV to each setting

Academic medical centers want a record of publications and teaching, while private groups prioritize volume and OR efficiency. Pull from your actual case logs and outcomes data so each version of your CV speaks directly to what that employer values.

Highlight your robotic and laparoscopic credentials

Robotic colorectal experience is now a hard filter for many health systems, not a bonus. List your da Vinci certification, total robotic case volume, and any advanced laparoscopic fellowships early in your CV so screeners spot them without hunting.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists colorectal surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Request a call log before your site visit

Call coverage structure varies enormously and affects quality of life as much as salary does. Before committing to a site visit, ask whether call is shared with general surgeons, how many nights per month you'd cover, and whether APP backup is available.

Prepare a formal case presentation for interviews

Many colorectal surgery interviews include a case presentation or grand-rounds-style talk. Choose a case that demonstrates your judgment under pressure, your complication management, and your ability to communicate with a multidisciplinary team.

Negotiate non-compete scope before signing

Non-compete clauses in colorectal surgery contracts often cover a radius large enough to force relocation if you leave. Have a healthcare attorney review the geographic scope and duration so you understand your options before you sign anything.

Colorectal Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most colorectal surgeons?

The companies hiring the most colorectal surgeons right now include University of Kentucky, Ascension, and HCP Talent, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is typically highest at large regional health systems and academic medical centers with dedicated colorectal surgery divisions.

How many colorectal surgeon jobs are remote?

About 10% of colorectal surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the fact that most of the role requires in-person surgical and clinical work. Telehealth-only positions do exist, primarily in post-operative follow-up, second-opinion consultation, and IBD management, and are most common within large multi-site health systems that have built out virtual care programs.

How do you become a colorectal surgeon?

You become a colorectal surgeon by completing medical school, followed by a general surgery residency, and then a colon and rectal surgery fellowship accredited by the ACGME. After training, you sit for the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery certification exam. The full pathway from medical school through fellowship takes well over a decade before you can practice independently.

Can I get hired as a colorectal surgeon without fellowship training?

Most colorectal surgery positions require fellowship training and board certification or eligibility, so roles without that credential are rare and typically limited to general surgery positions with a colorectal focus. If you're a general surgeon with substantial colorectal volume but no formal fellowship, targeting community hospitals or rural health systems where subspecialty coverage is scarce gives you the best chance of landing relevant work while you pursue additional credentialing.

What does the colorectal surgeon interview process look like?

The interview process for colorectal surgeon positions typically involves an initial phone or video screening with a physician recruiter or department chair, followed by a formal site visit that includes meetings with surgical leadership, the OR team, hospital administrators, and often the credentialing committee. Many programs ask for a case presentation or grand-rounds-style talk. The full process from first contact to offer commonly runs several months.

Where can I find and apply to colorectal surgeon jobs?

You can find and apply to colorectal surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from health systems, academic medical centers, private groups, and multispecialty practices across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty focus and practice setting, then apply directly to each position that fits.

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