Orthopedic Surgeon - Foot and Ankle

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 500,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid malpractice insurance

Generous paid time off

CME leave and allowance

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Potential for Maryland state loan repayment program

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a full-time BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle to join their team in Bel Air, MD. This role involves joining a successful multispecialty group and taking over a busy practice due to relocation. The position offers market-leading compensation, generous benefits including health insurance, paid malpractice, and retirement plans, as well as a supportive work environment promoting work-life balance.

Qualifications

• License to practice Medicine in the state of Maryland.
• Board certified in Orthopedics.
• Successful completion of a Foot and Ankle Fellowship program.

Responsibilities

• Join a multispecialty group of orthopedic surgeons.
• Take over an established foot and ankle practice.
• Perform surgeries related to foot and ankle issues.

Skills

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Ankle Reconstruction

Arthroscopy

Patient Care

Education

License to practice Medicine in Maryland

Board certification in Orthopedics

Foot and Ankle Fellowship

Job description

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is geared to professionals who are serious about learning and progressing in an encouraging setting where teamwork is a way of life. Our employees take great pride in the culture they’ve helped to create, which exemplifies our core values built on trust, safety and respect. Our people know that great care and a positive attitude mean healthy patients and a happy work environment. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in the welcoming community of UMUCH.

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. As one of the largest private employers in the state, University of Maryland Medical System’s 28,000 employees and 4,000 affiliated physicians provide primary and specialty care in more than 150 locations and at 13 hospitals.

Job Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UMUCH), a member of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has an opening available for a full‑time BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeon, specializing in Foot and Ankle, to join their robust orthopedic multispecialty group located in Bel Air, MD.

Job Specifics

• UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air was named one of America’s 100 Best hospitals for orthopedic surgery by Healthgrades, which evaluates quality using objective measures including clinical outcomes, patient safety, and patient experience.
• Position will join a multispecialty group of 7 (orthopedic surgeons: spine, shoulder, hand and joint).
• Position is open due to present foot/ankle surgeon relocation, so physician will take over busy foot and ankle practice.
• Physician will have support of experienced Physician Assistant who enjoys foot and ankle surgery.
• Surgeon should specialize in ankle reconstruction, arthroscopy, plantar fasciitis, bunionectomies, Achilles tendon repair, hammertoes, Mortons neuroma and other foot and ankle issues.
• Position will be primarily based on the campus of Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD.
• Ideal work environment Monday through Friday day shift, with a very manageable call rotation shared among other providers, fostering a healthy work/life balance!
• Excellent hospital administration support as well as dedicated in‑office support staff, ensuring a smooth and efficient work environment.
• Position eligible for sign‑on bonus and relocation support options to facilitate your transition to Upper Chesapeake Health!
• Opportunity to work in brand new, state of the art surgicenter
• Potential opportunity for ASC ownership

Benefits

• Market leading compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and CME allowance
• Retirement plan – 403(b) with employer match, plus eligibility for 457(b) plan!
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Potential eligibility for Maryland state loan repayment program!

Qualifications

License to practice Medicine in the state of Maryland; Board certified in orthopedics and successful completion of a foot and ankle fellowship program.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation: $500-$550K plus additional incentive/bonus