Orthopedic Surgeon – Total Joints & Arthroscopy Expert

Confidential; Leoti (KS); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert J Dole VA Medical Center in Kansas is seeking a full-time General Orthopedic Surgeon with emphasis on total joints (hips, knees, shoulders) and arthroscopy. The role includes patient care across outpatient clinics, inpatient units, ICU/Med/Surg, and the Emergency Department.

The surgeon will supervise and collaborate with residents and mid-level practitioners, coordinate with internal and external providers, perform consultations, and contribute to education and research while conducting

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of medical care and provide or assist residents and/or mid-level practitioners in evaluation and treatment of Orthopedic Surgery service patients
• Evaluate the patient to assess changes in the physical and mental status
• Coordinate with providers within their Service Line and with other VHA facilities or community providers per the veteran's plan of care
• Perform consultations within their own and other service lines as indicated
• Provide clinical care, graduate and undergraduate medical education, and participate in scientific research as appropriate
• Perform surgery and provide pre-op and post-op care for major and minor procedures, including orthopedic consultation for inpatients and outpatients

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Total joints

Arthroscopy

Education and mentorship

Job description

Robert J Dole VA Medical Center in Kansas is seeking a full-time General Orthopedic Surgeon with emphasis on total joints (hips, knees, shoulders) and arthroscopy. The role includes patient care across outpatient clinics, inpatient units, ICU/Med/Surg, and the Emergency Department.

The surgeon will supervise and collaborate with residents and mid-level practitioners, coordinate with internal and external providers, perform consultations, and contribute to education and research while conducting