Surgery - General Physician
Brookings, SD Full-time Surgeon
At a glance
Surgeon role at Avera Health. Brookings, SD · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $400,000–$657,345 across the United States.
Estimated pay
Avera Health has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
$400,000 – $657,345
What the middle half of surgeon roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 135 postings that stated pay, median $506,346. Last updated Oct 22, 2026.
RoleSurgeon
LocationBrookings, SD
EmploymentFull-time
PostedOct 3, 2026 · 2w ago
Role brief
physicianroles summary, based on the employer's listing.
What you'll do
- Provide general surgical care and perform a broad range of procedures, using surgical technology that includes robotics
- Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses and support teams to help deliver strong patient outcomes
- Take part in surgical call coverage and provide emergency surgical care
- Split your 5-day work week between dedicated operating room and clinic time
What you bring
- You hold an MD or DO and are licensed, or eligible for licensure, in South Dakota
- You are board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
- You have state and federal DEA certification
Who this fits
This full-time role suits a general surgeon prepared to provide both routine and emergency surgical care. The schedule is 5 days a week with dedicated operating room and clinic time, plus a shared 1:4 call rotation. You’ll work alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff and support teams.
From the employer
Join Our Team at Avera Brookings We're seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Surgeon to join our growing surgical team and provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative healthcare environment. What You'll Do
- Provide comprehensive general surgical care for patients
- Perform a broad range of general surgery procedures utilizing advanced surgical technology including access to robotics
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and support teams to ensure exceptional patient outcomes
- Participate in surgical call coverage and emergency surgical care
- Contribute to a patient-focused culture that values quality, safety, and innovation
- Five (5) day work week with dedicated OR and clinic time
- 1:4 shared call rotation
- MD or DO, licensed (or eligible) in South Dakota
- Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
- DEA certification (state and federal)
- Strong provider involvement in decision-making
- Low physician turnover and strong long-term provider retention
- Mission-driven organization rooted in compassion, hospitality, and stewardship
- Career development, leadership opportunities, and physician mentorship
- Collaborative, supportive culture focused on physician well-being
- Competitive compensation with production incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Time off available on day one for eligible providers
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Comprehensive Care Hub Our integrated system includes a Level IV Trauma Center, a 49-bed hospital, and a 79-bed nursing home, ensuring full-spectrum care.
- High Patient Volume With 75,000+ annual clinic visits, we're a trusted destination for healthcare in the region.
- Expert Team Work alongside 26 physicians and 18 advanced practice providers in a multi-specialty group featuring family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB/GYN, general surgery, urology, dermatology, podiatry, ophthalmology, optometry, and orthopedics.
- Advanced Technology Our commitment to innovation includes Mako and Da Vinci robotic systems for surgical excellence.
- Culture of Engagement We're proud of our 9.0 engagement score, reflecting a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Access Health Partnership Through our collaboration with Rural Health Care, Inc., we provide affordable, patient-centered care for all. Access Health offers a sliding fee discount program based on household size and income, ensuring that every patient has access to quality care regardless of ability to pay.
- Home to South Dakota State University the state's largest and most comprehensive university, bringing energy, innovation, and cultural opportunities to the community.
- Lively Downtown Explore unique shops, local restaurants, and year-round events that make Brookings a hub of activity.
- Outdoor Adventures Enjoy 15+ city parks, 5+ miles of walking and biking trails, and the stunning Dakota Nature Park, a 135-acre natural escape for fishing, kayaking, snowshoeing, and more.
- Recreation for All Two 18-hole golf courses, nearby lakes for boating and fishing, and event centers like McCrory Gardens and Larson Ice Center.
- Family-Friendly Fun Children's museum, aquatic centers (indoor & outdoor), bowling alley, movie theater, art and history museums, and countless community programs.