Hand Surgeon – Academic Teaching & Mentorship Role

AOIA; Bowling Green (KY); Hybrid; USD 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Allowance

Visa Sponsorship

CME Allowance

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Student Loan Forgiveness

Residency Stipend

Retirement Savings Plan with Match

Malpractice with Tail Coverage

Competitive Paid Time Off

Job summary

Med Center Health in Bowling Green, KY seeks a BE/BC Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to join our established team. The ideal candidate will provide a wide range of hand and upper-extremity procedures and contribute to teaching medical students and residents.

New graduates are welcome and mentorship is offered. The role includes academic responsibilities, protocol development, and opportunities to influence patient care within a university-affiliated system.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship-trained in Hand Surgery.
• Eligible for licensure in Kentucky.
• Commitment to academic medicine and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical students and residents within the orthopaedic service.
• Establish protocols and critically evaluate outcomes in orthopaedic surgery.
• Share responsibility for administration of the orthopaedic program.
• Participate in university and college of medicine committees as assigned.

Skills

Fellowship trained

KY licensure eligible

Academic medicine

Education

MD/DO with board certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

ORTHOPAEDIC HAND SURGEON

Seeking a BE/BC Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon with solid clinical and surgical skills to practice a wide range of hand and upper extremity procedures to join our team in Bowling Green, Kentucky. New graduates are welcome to join this established team who is willing to mentor as you start your new career as an Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon.

Opportunity Highlights:

* Work in a collegial environment with four (4) Orthopaedic Surgeons, one (1) Primary Care Sports Physician, and two (2) APRNs.

* Benefit from a robust referral system and a supportive administrative team.

* Shared general ortho call.

* 24-hour ER, cardiology, surgical facilities

* Exceptional ICU.

Qualifications:

* MD/DO with board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

* Fellowship-trained in Hand Surgery.

* Eligible for licensure in Kentucky.

* Commitment to academic medicine and clinical excellence.

The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated ability in clinical teaching, as well as the ability to share responsibility for administration of the orthopaedic program. Rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience.**Priority will be given to Orthopaedic physicians who specialize in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery

Teaching Opportunity: The physician faculty will supervise medical students assigned to the orthopaedic surgical service, as well as supervise and educate residents in the care of patients with orthopaedic-related diagnosis. This position will also be responsible for establishing protocols and critically evaluating outcomes as related to orthopaedic surgery patients, and will serve on applicable University and College of Medicine committees as assigned.

**Note: This opportunity is located in Bowling Green, KY and does not qualify for Alternative Pathway candidates. All candidates must be American Board-Eligible or American Board-Certified at the time of hire.

Benefits and Incentives Can Include:

• Competitive Salary

• Production/Quality Bonus Potential

• Sign-On Bonus

• Relocation Allowance

• Visa Sponsorship

• CME Allowance

• Comprehensive Health Benefits

• Student Loan Forgiveness

• Residency Stipend

• Retirement Savings Plan with Match

• Malpractice with Tail Coverage

• Competitive Paid Time Off

Why Physicians Choose Med Center Health

• Physician-led, financially stable health system

• Established referral network across Southcentral Kentucky

• Strong administrative support

• Academic affiliation with the University of Kentucky College of Medicine

• Opportunities to teach medical students and residents

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

About Med Center Health

Med Center Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system dedicated to caring for people and improving the quality of life in the communities we serve. As the region's leading healthcare provider, our system includes hospitals in Bowling Green, Albany, Caverna (Horse Cave), Franklin, Russellville and Scottsville, along with more than 30 outpatient and specialty locations serving Southcentral Kentucky.

Our healthcare system features more than 529 acute care beds, 110 extended care beds, over 600 physicians, advanced practice providers and specialists representing more than 50 medical specialties, and a workforce of more than 4,000 employees. Physicians enjoy the advantages of practicing within a financially stable, physician-friendly organization that continues to invest in innovative technology, clinical excellence and expanded patient access.

At Med Center Health, our mission is simple: to care for people and improve the quality of life in the communities we serve. As a community-owned, not-for-profit system, we continually reinvest in our patients, providers and communities while delivering exceptional care close to home.

Academic Medicine & Teaching Opportunities

Medical education is a cornerstone of Med Center Health's mission. Our flagship hospital is home to the University of Kentucky College of Medicine - Bowling Green Campus, Kentucky's first four-year regional medical school, created through a partnership between the University of Kentucky, Med Center Health and Western Kentucky University.

The Medical Center at Bowling Green is an ACGME-accredited teaching hospital offering multiple residency and fellowship training programs. Our physicians have the opportunity to educate and mentor medical students, residents and fellows while practicing in a collaborative academic environment that combines the resources of a major health system with the culture and autonomy of a community-based organization.

Whether your passion is teaching, mentoring future physicians, participating in scholarly activity, or simply practicing alongside learners, Med Center Health provides meaningfulopportunities to shape the next generation of physicians while delivering outstanding patient care.

Live Where Others Vacation

Bowling Green is one of Kentucky's fastest-growing communities, offering an outstanding quality of life with the perfect balance of career opportunity, affordability and recreation. Located along Interstate 65, Bowling Green is just one hour from Nashville, Tennessee, and approximately two hours from Louisville, providing convenient access to major metropolitan amenities while maintaining the charm and safety of a welcoming community.

Home to Western Kentucky University, the National Corvette Museum, the GM Corvette Assembly Plant and Lost River Cave, Bowling Green offers a vibrant economy, excellent schools, diverse dining, outdoor recreation and year-round entertainment. The community continues to attract professionals and families from across the country, creating a welcoming and increasingly diverse population.

Southcentral Kentucky offers an affordable cost of living, beautiful neighborhoods, excellent public and private schools, abundant outdoor activities and a family-friendly lifestyle without the traffic and congestion of larger cities. Whether you're seeking an active downtown, rural acreage or a growing suburban community, you'll find an exceptional place to live, work and raise a family in Bowling Green and the surrounding region.

If you're looking for a practice where you can build a rewarding career, teach the next generation of physicians and enjoy an exceptional quality of life, we'd love to talk with you. Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Cayla Rios, Physician Recruiter | [e-mail]

Contact Information

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Cayla Rios, Physician Recruiter | [e-mail]