Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon

Careerwebsite; Lakeland, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

457(b) retirement plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

CME Allowance

Tail Coverage

Job summary

Careerwebsite in Lakeland, FL seeks a fellowship-trained Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon to join a growing regional program within a Level I Trauma center setting.

The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient hand surgery services, contribute to expanding the region's only dedicated hand surgery program, and work with an established team of two Orthopedic Hand Surgeons and two Plastic Hand Surgeons.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible through ABMS or AOA.
• Completion of an accredited Hand Surgery fellowship, with Level I Trauma Center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient and inpatient hand surgery services.
• Contribute to growth of the region's sole dedicated hand surgery program.
• Collaborate with an experienced team to provide comprehensive hand care.

Skills

Board Certification/Eligibility (ABMS/

Education

Hand Surgery fellowship

Job description

Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon

Join a growing orthopedic and hand surgery program in the vibrant Sunshine State.

Our organization is on the lookout for a fellowship-trained Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon to become part of our expanding team in the picturesque city of Lakeland, Florida. As a member of one of Florida's largest independent healthcare systems, you will be part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and robust physician support.

Position Overview

We are seeking a fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon to enhance our comprehensive regional hand surgery program. The ideal candidate will:

• Possess fellowship training in Hand Surgery, with Upper Extremity fellowship training being highly desirable.
• Deliver thorough outpatient and inpatient hand surgery services.
• Contribute significantly to the growth of the region's sole dedicated hand surgery program, catering to a multicounty referral base of around one million individuals at a Level I Trauma center.

Position Highlights

• Join a large employed physician group comprising over 400 providers across more than 40 specialties.
• Benefit from an extensive referral network through our primary care, neurology, rheumatology, and community physicians.
• Collaborate with an established team of two Orthopedic Hand Surgeons and two Plastic Hand Surgeons.
• Work in an outpatient clinic equipped with on-site hand therapy, radiology, and ultrasound services.
• Participate in shared hand surgery call at a single Level I Trauma Center, focusing solely on hand surgery without general orthopedic trauma call responsibilities.
• Have the opportunity to perform surgeries in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).

Benefits and Opportunities

Our organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• CME Allowance and CME Days
• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage

About Us

For over a century, our organization has delivered outstanding inpatient and outpatient care across more than 40 specialties. As a not-for-profit academic health system, we have received workplace accolades from various organizations, including Aetna, Forbes, and the Florida Hospital Association.

Our state-of-the-art teaching hospital features:

• Level I Trauma Center
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine
• One of the busiest single-site Emergency Departments in the nation

We are also proud to partner with Nemours Children's Health, enhancing access to high-quality pediatric specialty care.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible through ABMS or AOA
• Completion of an accredited Hand Surgery fellowship, with experience at a Level I Trauma Center preferred.

Live Where You Vacation

Experience a rewarding career with a health system that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care—all while enjoying the lifestyle that Central Florida has to offer.