Orthopedics Physician

Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity - Cooperstown, NY

Join our team as an Orthopedic Surgeon in Cooperstown, NY, where you will have the opportunity to diagnose and treat patients with musculoskeletal system disorders, malformations, diseases, and injuries.

Job Description

• Diagnose and treat patients with musculoskeletal system disorders, malformations, diseases, and injuries, including prescribing courses of treatment, surgery, and therapy.
• Review patient case histories, conduct examinations, and design treatment and therapeutic plans.
• Order and interpret X-rays and clinical laboratory tests, and evaluate examination findings.
• Perform surgical procedures such as back and spinal surgeries, joint replacements, and coordinate with anesthesia staff for operation care.
• Determine and oversee pre-operative and post-operative care procedures, including sedation and diet prescriptions.
• Perform fracture treatment using appropriate methods and devices, such as braces, casts, and splints.
• Manage patients suffering from surgical complications, and direct pre- and post-operative care.
• Create treatment plans, write orders on patient charts, and ensure timely, accurate, and complete documentation.
• Participate in the management of orthopedic surgery services, including scheduling operations and assigning surgical staff.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities, participate in medical staff committees, and support process improvements.
• Supervise physician assistants, surgical assistants, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses.
• Ensure compliance with billing, coding, and CPT code assignment, and address any issues that could affect organizational efficiency.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathy, or equivalent international degree.
• Completion of a five-year Orthopedic Surgery Residency.
• Valid New York State Medical License.
• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Valid DEA registration and Controlled Substances Certification.
• BLS certification.
• Willingness to work day, evening, night shifts, and weekends as required.
• Ability to travel more than 50% to affiliate locations in Otsego and Herkimer counties.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $500,000 to $600,000.