Contract & Benefits

Physician Recruitment Process and Compensation Overview

Market-Leading Compensation Structure

Your compensation package at Good Shepherd Health reflects the organization's commitment to attracting and retaining exceptional surgical talent. With a base salary range of $575,000 to $625,000 plus additional RVU productivity incentives, this opportunity positions you at the top tier of general surgery compensation nationally. Unlike many productivity-driven models that create pressure to maximize procedures, this thoughtfully structured package provides excellent baseline financial security with additional earning potential that rewards efficiency and quality care.

This robust compensation approach means you can focus on providing optimal surgical care rather than constantly monitoring productivity metrics or rushing through patient encounters. The compensation structure demonstrates Good Shepherd's understanding that appropriate surgical decision-making sometimes means recommending against procedures—a clinical judgment that should never conflict with financial incentives.

• Base salary up to $625,000 providing exceptional financial stability
• Additional RVU productivity component offering increased earning potential
• Compensation positioning well above national median for general surgery
• Earnings that reflect the true value of surgical expertise in a rural/regional setting
• Compensation structure designed to reward quality over quantity

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Beyond direct compensation, your benefits package includes extensive components designed to support both professional development and personal wellbeing. Good Shepherd has created a benefits structure that recognizes the demands of surgical practice and provides meaningful support for maintaining balance and continued growth.

• Full-spectrum health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance (with tail coverage guaranteed if policy type ever changes)
• Generous paid time off allocation of 6 weeks (256 hours) annually
• CME allowance of $3,000 and 40 hours annually for continuing education
• Complete coverage of all relocation expenses without cap or limitation

Financial Planning and Security

Good Shepherd's approach to physician compensation extends beyond immediate earnings to include thoughtful long-term financial planning support. The retirement program offers multiple vehicles for tax-advantaged savings with significant employer contributions.

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution of up to 6% total:
  • 4% base employer contribution regardless of employee participation
  • Additional 50% matching of employee contributions up to 4% (effectively 2% additional)
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan offering additional tax-advantaged savings
• Optional 401(k) providing further retirement diversification
• Student loan repayment assistance of $25,000 paid directly to loan servicer

This comprehensive financial package acknowledges both the significant investment you've made in your medical training and the value you bring to the organization and community. Unlike many practices where compensation discussions focus narrowly on productivity, Good Shepherd's approach emphasizes partnership and mutual investment in long-term success.

The total compensation and benefits structure creates a foundation for both immediate financial wellbeing and long-term security, allowing you to focus on what matters most—providing exceptional surgical care to a community that genuinely needs and appreciates your expertise.