Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Physician

Job description

Rochester General Hospital (RGH)

nFull time

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nRedefine Precision. Build Your Orthopedic Hand Surgery Legacy

nAt Rochester Regional Health, Orthopedic Hand Surgery is about more than precision—it’s about restoring function, improving lives, and creating a lasting impact. With the addition of upper extremity and shoulder expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your surgical practice while maintaining focus on the hand. With a 60% market share in the Rochester region, we’re offering the resources, autonomy, and support to help you build and grow a practice tailored to your vision.

nYour Practice. Your Vision. Our Support.

nJoin a health system that empowers surgeons to shape their own path. With a robust referral network and the opportunity to lead a high-volume practice, you’ll make a difference every day—on your terms.

nWhy You’ll Thrive as an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon at RRH:

nControl Over Your Practice:Build your practice from the ground up with the autonomy to define how it evolves. Focus your surgical expertise primarily on hand surgery while managing a broad range of wrist, elbow, and shoulder cases commonly seen in a community-based and regional referral practice. Your goals will shape your future here.

nRobust Referral Network:Benefit from a large primary care network and opportunities created by retiring orthopedic surgeons. This infrastructure ensures a steady flow of surgical and non-operative cases to support your growth.

nDedicated APP Support:Partner with a skilled PA who manages non-operative cases in-office, allowing you to focus on advanced surgical care and optimizing patient outcomes.

nDiverse Patient Cases:Treat a range of patients aged 30-65 with conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder—including carpal tunnel syndrome, distal radius fractures, rotator cuff injuries, and other acute or elective upper extremity injuries—both surgically and non-operatively.

nBalanced Call Schedule:Enjoy 1 week of call per month, giving you time to focus on what matters most—your patients and your personal life.

nWhat Makes Rochester Regional Health Different:

nInnovative, Collaborative Environment:Join a team of over 30 orthopedic surgeons in a comprehensive model where collaboration and innovation thrive.

nCutting-Edge Facilities and Innovation:Access advanced technology and resources to stay at the forefront of orthopedic care while shaping the future of hand surgery.

nSupport for Growth:With outstanding clinical and administrative support and opportunities to lead, your career can evolve alongside your ambitions.

nCommunity-Based Trauma Experience:While we are not a Level 1 trauma center, our system manages a significant volume of acute upper extremity injuries and provides robust support for elective surgical cases across the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.

nAttributes:

nnnBoard certified/board-eligible or equivalent fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

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nnPossess a strong hand surgery background with microvascular and replant expertise, trained to care for a broad range of orthopedic conditions, with exposure to wrist, elbow, and shoulder pathologies commonly seen in a community-based and regional referral setting

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nnBoard certification or eligibility and existing New York State licensure or ability to acquire New York State license are required

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n nWhy Rochester?

nRochester offers an exceptional quality of life with a lower cost of living, making it an attractive destination for physicians.

nnnRanked #9 for Best Quality of Life by Forbes, Rochester provides an affordable, family-friendly environment with highly rated public and private schools

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nnEnjoy the outdoor lifestyle with easy access to the Finger Lakes, hiking trails, and wineries

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nnRochester International Airport (ROC) offers convenient domestic and international flights, making travel easy for both personal and professional needs

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n nKey Offerings:

nnnCompetitive compensation with a salary guarantee and sign-on bonus

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nnDefined benefit pension plan, 403(b), and 457(b)

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nnPSLF Eligible: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, RRH qualifies as a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer, offering significant financial relief for physicians

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nnFully covered relocation services

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nnGenerous CME stipend and vacation time

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nnPaid malpractice insurance with full coverage

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n nYour Legacy Starts Here:

nIf you’re ready to make an impact, redefine patient care, and build a practice that reflects your expertise, We’re Here for It, and we’re here for you.

nTake the first step in shaping your orthopedic hand surgery legacy—apply today or connect with us to learn more about this transformative opportunity.

nPay Transparency

nIn addition to the base pay range, certain provider positions may be eligible for variable compensation in accordance with health system pay practices. This may include: productivity and/or value based clinical incentives, bonus compensation, or other forms of variable pay.

nEDUCATION:

nDO, MD

nLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

nPhysician - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

nL - Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly; requires occasional walking, standing or squatting.

nFor disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

nAny physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

nPAY RANGE:

n$500,000.00 - $700,000.00

nCITY:

nRochester

nPOSTAL CODE:

n14621

nThe listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

nRochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

nRochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.

Worksite address

rochester, NY, 14600, US

Who can apply

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