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Job description
Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon
Join a growing orthopedic and hand surgery program in the vibrant Sunshine State.
Our organization is on the lookout for a fellowship-trained Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon to become part of our expanding team in the picturesque city of Lakeland, Florida. As a member of one of Florida's largest independent healthcare systems, you will be part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and robust physician support.
Position Overview
We are seeking a fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon to enhance our comprehensive regional hand surgery program. The ideal candidate will:
Possess fellowship training in Hand Surgery, with Upper Extremity fellowship training being highly desirable.
Deliver thorough outpatient and inpatient hand surgery services.
Contribute significantly to the growth of the region's sole dedicated hand surgery program, catering to a multicounty referral base of around one million individuals at a Level I Trauma center.
Position Highlights
Join a large employed physician group comprising over 400 providers across more than 40 specialties.
Benefit from an extensive referral network through our primary care, neurology, rheumatology, and community physicians.
Collaborate with an established team of two Orthopedic Hand Surgeons and two Plastic Hand Surgeons.
Work in an outpatient clinic equipped with on-site hand therapy, radiology, and ultrasound services.
Participate in shared hand surgery call at a single Level I Trauma Center, focusing solely on hand surgery without general orthopedic trauma call responsibilities.
Have the opportunity to perform surgeries in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
Benefits and Opportunities
Our organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
CME Allowance and CME Days
Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
About Us
For over a century, our organization has delivered outstanding inpatient and outpatient care across more than 40 specialties. As a not-for-profit academic health system, we have received workplace accolades from various organizations, including Aetna, Forbes, and the Florida Hospital Association.
Our state-of-the-art teaching hospital features:
Level I Trauma Center
Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine
One of the busiest single-site Emergency Departments in the nation
We are also proud to partner with Nemours Children's Health, enhancing access to high-quality pediatric specialty care.
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible through ABMS or AOA
Completion of an accredited Hand Surgery fellowship, with experience at a Level I Trauma Center preferred.
Live Where You Vacation
Experience a rewarding career with a health system that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care—all while enjoying the lifestyle that Central Florida has to offer.
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