Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Opportunity at Oklahoma City VA Hospital

The Oklahoma City VA Healthcare System (OCVAHCS) is seeking a full-time board-certified(preferred) or board eligible Orthopedic Spine Surgeon physician to serve our veteran population. Our ideal candidate will enjoy clinical practice and teaching and be board certified in surgery. Participation in General Orthopedic call schedule is a preferred asset. The selected Physician will diagnose and treat patients with spinal disorders, injuries, and conditions through comprehensive evaluations, diagnostic tests, and medical history assessments. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, including both surgical and non-surgical interventions. Perform complex surgical procedures on the spine, including but not limited to spinal fusion, laminectomy, discectomy, and decompression surgeries. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including neurosurgeons, physical therapists, pain management specialists, and rehabilitation specialists, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients. Provide patient education and counseling regarding their condition, treatment options, and post-operative care to promote informed decision-making and optimal outcomes. Participate in ongoing professional development activities, including attending conferences, seminars, and workshops, to stay abreast of advancements in orthopedic spine surgery and maintain licensure and certification requirements. Additionally, completing patient history and physical examinations, diagnosis, and therapeutic ability, effectiveness in emergencies, patient management, consultation, specialty skills and record keeping. The Orthopedic Spine Surgeon is expected to promote delivery of quality patient care based on current standards in the hospital and is skilled at various related procedures. The candidate should be able to work with our surgery residents from the University of Oklahoma to provide seamless care for the veterans we serve. This position would encourage obtaining affiliation with an academic institution, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Work Schedule Full-time, Monday-Friday 08 : 00-4 : 30 U.S. Citizens receive preference – non-U.S. Citizens may be considered. Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S. Board Certified in Surgery is preferred, but Board Eligibility may also be considered. The starting pay is $325,000- $400,000 per year. A recruitment incentive will be offered, and there is the potential for an annual performance bonus of up to $15,000. Retirement : Federal Retirement Plan through the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) - A three-tiered retirement plan composed of 1) Social Security benefits; 2) FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension); and 3) Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan, with up to 5% government matching contributions Eligible for Education Debt Repayment Program. (EDRP) Malpractice : Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Recruitment / Relocation Incentives available. Paid Time Off : 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Insurance : Federal health / vision / dental / term life / long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure : 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME : Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice : Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract : No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting Recruitment / Relocation Incentives available VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.