Description
The University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY is recruiting for a full-time orthopedic surgeon with expertise in hip and knee arthroplasty to join its hospital-based practice. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in transforming the lives of patients through advanced surgical interventions and comprehensive orthopedic care.
Responsibilities:
- Perform thorough patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and create tailored treatment plans for hip and knee conditions.
- Conduct successful hip and knee arthroplasty surgeries, utilizing the latest techniques and technologies to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with tightly knit interdisciplinary teams, including primary care, hospitalists, anesthesiologists, nurses, and physical therapists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain meticulous and up-to-date medical records and surgical documentation.
- Maintain a flexible schedule, accommodating patient needs and the surgical calendar.
- Partnering across the partner hospitals
- Collaborative model for OR & clinic days
- Busy community level trauma call coverage shared with Sports, Hand, and Trauma partners
- State of the art equipment, including a Hana table available
- 2 days for patient clinic appointments, diagnosing and managing orthopedic concerns, discussing surgical options, and providing pre- and post-operative care.
Qualifications:
- MD or DO degree.
- Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Fellowship training is preferred.
- Able to obtain valid and unrestricted state licenses.
- Proven proficiency in primary and revision hip & knee arthroplasty surgeries.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse medical teams.
- Familiarity with EPIC platform
Benefits:
- Generous starting bonuses and relocation assistance
- Competitive salary with RVU production model
- Loan forgiveness program
- Stipend considerations
- Great comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid time off: 29 days annually
- CME reimbursement with 5 additional PTO days
- Malpractice coverage
- J-1 to H-1 immigration legal support
- Competitive salary: $650k – 750k
If you are a dedicated Orthopedic Surgeon with a passion for enhancing patients' quality of life through advanced surgical interventions in hip and knee arthroplasty, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to our commitment to excellence in orthopedic care, surgical innovation, and compassionate patient interaction.
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital boasts 300 inpatient beds, inpatient acute rooms that are all private, and a Skilled Nursing Facility. The main hospital sits on a plush 45-acre campus complete with ponds and walking paths. We're proud to offer a full spectrum of health care services to our rural communities in Northern New York to keep care as close to home as possible.
Quality of Life
Situated on the Adirondack Coast of Lake Champlain, the small rural waterfront city of Plattsburgh offers a community experience that is full of history and activity. There is a distinct local charm to this area that celebrates local artisans, business, agriculture, and history. Activity in this city is centered around Lake Champlain with boating, sailing, windsurfing, fishing or just relaxing on one of the beaches. Just to the east, in the Adirondack Mountains, you'll find abundant opportunities to hike, ski, mountain bike or just take in nature. When you are looking for new adventures, you can easily travel to Montreal, Burlington, VT and the Lake Placid Olympic Village, which are all within an hour's drive. Have it all in Plattsburgh, NY, a progressive community hospital with the lifestyle you have been looking for. For further information on the area please visit www.NorthCountryGoodLife.com and www.goadirondack.com
For more information, please contact:
Matt Canasi (Network Recruiter)
Matt.Canasi@uvmhealth.org
(561) 385-2057
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