Orthopedic Surgery Opening in Cooperstown, NY
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Orthopedics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Cooperstown, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
9/27/24
**Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity - Cooperstown, NY**
**Benefits Details**
$500,000 - $600,000.
**Position Details**
- 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.
**Position 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