Orthopedic Surgery Chief — Lead & Innovate (EDRP Eligible)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, a federal healthcare system, seeks an experienced orthopedic surgeon to provide comprehensive care to a diverse veteran population.

The role includes performing surgeries, managing perioperative care, and leading the Surgery Service with emphasis on safety, quality, and mentorship. The position requires board certification in orthopedics, an unrestricted medical license in the United States, and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Board certification in orthopedic surgery is required.
• MD degree from an approved school.
• Full and unrestricted medical license in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose musculoskeletal/orthopedic conditions.
• Perform full range of orthopedic surgeries within privileges (arthroplasty, arthroscopy, fracture care, etc.).
• Provide perioperative and postoperative management and patient education.
• Lead并 supervise orthopedic staff, residents, and trainees; participate in credentialing and QA.

Skills

Board certification

Orthopedic surgery

Leadership

Education

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, a federal healthcare system, seeks an experienced orthopedic surgeon to provide comprehensive care to a diverse veteran population.

The role includes performing surgeries, managing perioperative care, and leading the Surgery Service with emphasis on safety, quality, and mentorship. The position requires board certification in orthopedics, an unrestricted medical license in the United States, and strong leadership capabilities.