Fellowship-Trained Joint Reconstruction Surgeon

CAO; Hanover, Annapolis, Chester (MD, MD, Delaware County); On-site; USD 285,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

CAO is seeking a fellowship-trained Joint Reconstruction Surgeon to join our large orthopaedics practice focused on total hip and knee procedures. The position participates in a shared General Orthopaedic call rotation to support the full scope of emergency and acute care needs.

The ideal candidate will have specialized training in joint reconstruction, strong clinical focus, and commitment to excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed and board certified M.D. in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Extensive training or experience in joints replacement.
• BLS Certification required.
• Fellowship training preferred.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• CEU maintenance required.
• Excellent knowledge of lower extremities.
• Experience with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, or prescribe treatment using medical histories, physical examinations, x-rays and laboratory test results.
• Perform surgeries within the scope of practice.
• Consults with inter-professional team on the care of patients.
• Prescribes medications, corrective devices, physical therapy, or surgery; sets fractures.
• Administers medications and local anesthesia.
• Mentors residents and other medical staff in research endeavors.
• Records all diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions.
• Refers patients to other physicians or specialists for consultation.
• Advises patients about treatments to prevent future problems.
• Ensures consistent compliance with all regulatory and CAO guidelines.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

CAO is seeking a fellowship-trained Joint Reconstruction Surgeon to join our large orthopaedics practice focused on total hip and knee procedures. The position participates in a shared General Orthopaedic call rotation to support the full scope of emergency and acute care needs.

The ideal candidate will have specialized training in joint reconstruction, strong clinical focus, and commitment to excellence in patient care.