Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group (SAMG) is a physician led 650+ provider multispecialty group that has an excellent opportunity for an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join our fast paced clinic in a growing community.

Responsibilities include management of the orthopedic hand patient. This involves direct management of the patient including, but not limited to, the following : exams, in office procedures, multiple joint injections, casting / bracing, pre-operative history and physicals, surgical intervention, post-operative follow up, and management of both acute conditions as well as chronic non-surgical conditions. The orthopedic surgeon would be responsible for ordering, interpreting and evaluating laboratory and diagnostic data, prescribing medications, and developing a treatment plan. Additionally, call responsibilities will require regular involvement with the leading level 2 trauma facility in Idaho for general orthopedic and hand trauma. The working schedule is Monday - Friday with a call requirement of 7 days per month covering Level 2 Trauma Facility Hand and General Ortho call.

The qualified candidate will exude passion about orthopedic health issues and demonstrate evidence of comprehensive assessment skills, expert clinical skills and problem-solving abilities.

Support : New Surgeon will join an established team of 7 orthopedic surgeons, 2 non-operative sports medicine physicians, multiple podiatrists, and a full cadre of APPs covering general orthopedics, sports medicine, foot & ankle, hand and orthopedic spine surgery. They currently cover 4 clinic locations, 2 Hospitals, and are involved in an ASC.

Requirements :

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.
• Successful completion of an ACGME accredited orthopedic residency program.
• Board certification through the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery (AOBOS) or obtain such certification within 3 years of employment.
• Completion of a Hand Fellowship with keen ability to treat and manage complex hand trauma
• Obtain Idaho medical licensure and granting of privileges at SARMC and other health system affiliated hospitals as needed; valid controlled substance registration with Board of Pharmacy and DEA.

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

Saint Alphonsus offers a competitive salary and benefits package including :