Job Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs our Hand & Upper Extremity Orthopaedic Surgeon, you will join our dynamic health-care team in Kearney, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity.
Every day, you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough patient assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. You will practice in our dedicated Orthopedic clinic and have the opportunity to contribute to a highly respected and established orthopedic program and Orthopedic Center of Excellence.
To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, board-certified or board-eligible Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery. You will demonstrate expertise in the evaluation and surgical and non-surgical management of a broad range of hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care. You will also have the ability to thrive in a collegial, collaborative, and supportive environment.
- Join Two (2) MD's and four (4) APPs. Dedicated Hospital based APP's for IP care
- Clinic attached to our CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital. Easy access to OR - In Clinic X-Ray - Tremendous support staff
- IP Rehab and PMR
- State of the art operating rooms - pre and post-operative patient care waiting areas
- Outpatient Surgery Center to extend your practice
- Level II Trauma Center; we operate the area's ground and air service transport 911 services
- Rotate Trauma Call: 1:5
- 24/7 Hospitalist Team. All multi-specialty represented
- Excellent school systems with but public and private schools
- Local airport with daily flights to both Denver and Chicago
- Home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney
- Beautiful Parks: Thriving Downtown with Unique Shops and national chain restaurants
- Abundant of recreational activities:
We also offer a competitive Compensation with a Base Salary plus wRVU incentives. Benefit Package included starting bonus, relocation package, annual CME allowance, retirement savings, paid mal-practice insurance with tail coverage
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Job RequirementsRequired:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
- Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Active or eligible license in the state of Nebraska
- Strong clinical skills and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care
