Veteran-Centered Orthopedic Surgeon: Joint Replacement Expert

Ortho Conditioning; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 352,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

CME reimbursement

Education Debt Reduction Program

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits (TSP)

Job summary

VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, CA is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to deliver comprehensive musculoskeletal care across outpatient clinics, inpatient settings, and OR. The role includes assigned OR time and clinic time within the Department of Surgery, with a focus on veteran-centered care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $352,000 to $365,000 per year, annual COLA, a robust benefits package including health

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive orthopedic surgical services with an emphasis on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and management of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Promote shared decision-making with veterans and their families to achieve optimal health outcomes.
• Perform orthopedic surgeries, including joint replacements, fracture management, and arthroscopic procedures.
• Manage preoperative and postoperative care for orthopedic patients.
• Conduct outpatient orthopedic clinics and provide inpatient consultations as needed.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects to enhance the delivery of care.
• Utilize various quality measurement tools to monitor and improve clinical performance and patient outcomes.
• Serve as a mentor and role model for other healthcare providers within the orthopedic team.
• Engage in educational activities, providing guidance and support to residents, students, and other trainees.
• Coordinate care for veterans involving specialty care, mental health services, and other ancillary services to ensure comprehensive healthcare delivery.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for veterans.

Job description

VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, CA is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to deliver comprehensive musculoskeletal care across outpatient clinics, inpatient settings, and OR. The role includes assigned OR time and clinic time within the Department of Surgery, with a focus on veteran-centered care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $352,000 to $365,000 per year, annual COLA, a robust benefits package including health