For surgeons, the middle stages of their careers can often prove the most difficult. Not only do they find themselves working seemingly impossible hours between administrative duties, patient care and on-call hours, but this is usually the time in their lives when familial obligations and other responsibilities increase, too. Additionally, surgeons need time to pursue continuing educational opportunities to further their careers.
It’s a lot to juggle—too much, sometimes—and can lead to a serious decline in overall well-being.
If this sounds familiar, you’ll be encouraged to know that NexGen Surgical is committed to enhancing the well-being of mid-career surgeons. We offer robust support systems, flexible scheduling and much more—all so you can maintain high performance while achieving a healthy work-life balance. To learn more about our approach to surgeon well-being, read below.
The Importance of Surgeon Well-Being
Physical and mental health are the most critical components of a high-performing surgical team. When you’re feeling your best, you can perform at your best, and for surgeons, that means providing high-quality patient care while enjoying long-term career satisfaction.
Here at NexGen, we recognize the importance of well-being. It’s beneficial for individual surgeons, their patients and the communities and healthcare systems where they live and work.
NexGen’s Strategies to Achieve a Better Work-Life Balance
Here at NexGen, we promote a healthy work-life balance through various initiatives designed to provide surgeons with flexibility and support. You can use our work-life balance calculator to help visualize and plan your time more effectively. In the meantime, keep reading to learn about the strategies we deploy to help you achieve a better balance.
Flexible Scheduling
NexGen’s surgeons work just two weeks per month, which provides ample time for rest and personal pursuits. On top of that, surgeons are not required to take calls during their downtime, and most of our surgeons make as much or more than they did in their previous roles.
Part-Time Opportunities are Available
We offer part-time positions, which are great for mid-career surgeons looking for a more relaxed pace. You can reduce your workload without sacrificing income or career development.
Emphasis on Time Off
Not only do we encourage surgeons to take time off, but we also emphasize it as an important part of their well-being. Spend time recharging and enjoying life while pursuing educational opportunities to prevent burnout while maintaining high performance.
Avoiding Burnout: Tools and Techniques
Flexible scheduling is one reason why surgeons join NexGen. The need to avoid burnout is another. Burnout can become a serious problem and lead to declining quality of patient care and worsening overall well-being for yourself. That’s why NexGen helps surgeons recognize the signs of burnout and take proactive steps to avoid it. Fatigue, decreased job satisfaction and emotional exhaustion are among the earliest signs of burnout, and if you experience any of these, it’s time to take the following steps:
- Seek mental health or counseling services to support your well-being
- Engage in regular physical activity, practice good sleep hygiene and be sure to eat healthy
- Try mindfulness or other stress management techniques to help yourself recharge
Continual Learning and Professional Development
With the healthcare landscape constantly evolving, new technologies and surgical techniques are continually being developed. That’s part of the reason why ongoing education is so important. For surgeons, another reason to pursue ongoing education is to further develop existing skills.
Just as importantly, continual learning leads to both personal and professional satisfaction. NexGen is committed to providing surgeons with the time they need to pursue professional growth opportunities, giving you the tools to maintain a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction as you traverse your career path.
The Future of Surgeon Well-Being at NexGen
You deserve to be part of a team that prioritizes your overall well-being. At NexGen, we’re always innovating and expanding initiatives to meet the unique needs of our surgeons. Looking ahead, you can expect us to integrate even more advanced tools to support well-being, a positive work-life balance and access to professional development opportunities. To learn more about how NexGen can help you thrive, get in touch today.
