Orthopedics Physician

Piedmont Healthcare; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a board-certified general orthopedic surgeon to join their thriving medical community in Athens, Georgia. This role involves providing high-quality patient care and developing the orthopedic program. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to work within a respected healthcare system.

Benefits

Competitive salary with productivity bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Physician governance

Qualifications

• Board-certified general orthopedic surgeon.
• Skills to perform routine general orthopedic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve communities in Athens, Monroe, Commerce, and Bethlehem.
• Develop the orthopedic program.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Education

Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

General Orthopedic Surgeon at Piedmont Athens, Georgia

Piedmont Healthcare is currently recruiting board-certified general orthopedic surgeons to service our communities in Athens, Monroe, Commerce, and Bethlehem, GA. The Piedmont Athens satellite location in Monroe is situated on the Piedmont Walton Hospital campus. This is a great opportunity to join a nationally recognized healthcare system and an excellent orthopedic program in the beautiful community of Athens—home of the University of Georgia Bulldogs.

The ideal candidate is a board-certified general orthopedic surgeon motivated to bring high-quality patient care to an already thriving medical community. The physician should have the skills to perform routine general orthopedic procedures. The best candidate will also be interested in serving the community surrounding Piedmont Athens and possess leadership skills to further develop the orthopedic program. This is a great opportunity to join the robust orthopedic department at our Oconee Health campus in Watkinsville, which includes a well-trained staff covering:

• General orthopedics
• Sports Medicine
• Joint/Adult Reconstruction
• Trauma orthopedic surgery
• Hand/Wrist Surgery

Piedmont Athens Regional has been selected as a Georgia affiliate for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and is the official healthcare provider for the University of Georgia Athletic Association. The hospital also serves as an educational training site for 160 medical students from the Augusta University/UGA Medical Partnership. It received an A grade from The Leapfrog Group's Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grades and was named a Top Teaching Hospital by Leapfrog—the only hospital in Georgia and one of 53 nationally to earn this designation.

Piedmont Healthcare is a top-rated system with award-winning hospitals and staff. It comprises over 23 hospitals, more than 2,500 employed physicians, and over 1,600 physician and specialist offices across greater Atlanta and North Georgia. Piedmont Healthcare is a fast-growing, recognized leader in delivering expert care. The vibrant economy of Metro Atlanta offers diverse cultural experiences, and Georgia's coastline beaches and mountain views provide excellent living options. Join Piedmont to work and live in the big and small towns of the Peach State.

Piedmont offers:

• Competitive salary with productivity bonus
• Comprehensive benefits
• Epic EMR
• Physician governance
• Focus on quality, service, and reputation

To be considered for this opportunity, please email your CV to [email address].

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