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Orthopedic Hand / Wrist Surgeon

Orthopedic Hand / Wrist Surgeon

Cayuga HealthIthaca, NY, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Come to live and work, where others vacation!

Starting Salary $450,000 - $901,000 guaranteed for 2 years plus RVU bonus,  7 Weeks PTO, Q6-7 call.

About Us :

Cayuga Health is a well-established and highly respected orthopedic practice in the Finger Lakes region. Our team is comprised of 7 orthopedic surgeons and 12 orthopedic physician assistants. Our hospital is not a trauma center but a robust community hospital. We offer a full spectrum of orthopedic services, including sports medicine, joint replacement, upper extremity, foot and ankle, and general orthopedics.

Position Highlights :

  • Full-time or part-time opportunity available
  • Salary Range : 495,000 - 901,000
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Generous PTO, CME allowance, and malpractice insurance coverage
  • Opportunity for professional growth and leadership roles
  • Supportive team environment with advanced technology, robotics, and resources
  • Call is 1 : 6

Qualifications :

  • Completion of U.S. accredited  medical program
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Fellowship is preferred.
  • Strong commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork
  • Excellent surgical skills and clinical judgment
  • Key responsibilities :

  • Patient Care
  • Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and assessments

  • Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients
  • Prescribe medication and other appropriate therapies
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging
  • Perform medical procedures and surgeries when necessary
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Provide patient education
  • Communication
  • Effectively communicate with patients, families, and colleagues

  • Documentation
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in a timely fashion

  • Clinical Expertise
  • Stay current with latest medical research, treatments and technologies

  • Participate in CME and peer review activities
  • Collaborate with other specialists and healthcare professionals to optimize patient care
  • Work collaboratively with Advanced Practice Providers
  • Participate in the education of clinical learners (residents, APP students, etc)
  • Quality and Safety
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes

  • Ensure safe care is provided to all patients
  • Ethical and Professional Standards
  • Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards of medical practice

  • Uphold patient confidentiality and privacy
  • Comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
  • Qualifications :

  • Doctorate MD or DO from an accredited medical school required
  • Must have successfully completed a residency or fellowship commensurate with area of specialty.
  • Be board certified or eligible in the appropriate specialty, by a board acceptable to Hospital;
  • Obtain and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration;
  • Obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the Health system
  • DR-Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in applicable state required
  • Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence based medicine
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compassion, empathy and a commitment to patient-centered care
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and CME.
  • Working conditions :

  • Hospital, clinic, or healthcare facility setting
  • May include on call and weekend shifts as required.
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