Full Time - Orthopaedic Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

At University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC), our talented and diverse groups of professionals represent our strength. Through teamwork and a collaborative work environment, we proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment. It’s our passion for people that motivates us to do great work every single day.  Consistently named among the top 100 Best Places to Work in Maryland, our team members have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and stimulating environment.

Job Description

General Summary

University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center is seeking an experienced Board-Certified General Orthopedic Surgeon to join our dedicated team. This is a full-time, hospital-employed position focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic care to the Charles County community.

We are looking for a skilled, collaborative surgeon who is passionate about community care and helping grow a sustainable, high-functioning orthopedic service line within a supportive hospital environment. New graduates will not be considered at this time.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

General Bread-and-Butter Orthopedics

Call Schedule : 7 days / month

OR Time : Flexible based on surgeon's preferences and scheduling

Setting : Single clinic site; inpatient rounding exclusively at UM Charles Regional

Tools & Support : Hospital willing to support needed equipment (e.g., X-ray machine)

Growth Opportunity : Mid-level provider support to be added as volume grows

Rehabilitation Services : Integrated PT support both inpatient and outpatient

Community Leadership : Be a vital part of strengthening a key service line for a well-respected community hospital

Primary Responsibilities :

Provide high-quality, efficient, cost-effective, and compassionate care to assigned patients

Maintain complete and timely documentation of all patient services in accordance with established standards

Participate in quality assurance and improvement programs

Supervise administrative responsibilities of non-physician team members

Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, including HR, billing, coding, and training standards

Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory guidelines (OSHA, CLIA, labor laws, etc.)

Collaborate on budget planning and review practice expenditures

Uphold the written goals and objectives of UM Charles Regional

Promote a courteous, respectful atmosphere and enhance patient satisfaction and hospital reputation

Represent the practice in the community through speaking engagements, volunteerism, and outreach efforts

Work cooperatively with hospital administration to adapt scheduling or practice style as needed to improve patient access and satisfaction

Engage in disease management programs and population health efforts to drive better outcomes

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Possesses and maintains current license to practice medicine in the State of Maryland required.
• Possesses and maintains current Board Certification within practicing specialty required.
• Possesses and maintains current DEA or similar Narcotics and Controlled Substances Certification required.
• Possesses and maintains, if applicable, appropriate clinical privileges at a minimum of one UMMS affiliated acute care facility.
• Demonstrates meeting minimum CME requirements for licensure and board certification.
• Demonstrates appropriate qualifications and experience to perform the duties required of this position.
• 2 plus years of experience as an Orthopedic MD.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Highly effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate  effectively with all levels hospital staff, patients, visitors, and levels of staff.

Additional Information

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Pay Range :  $400,000- $500,000.

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