Orthopedic Surgeon needed near Lexington
Brentwood, Tennessee, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Orthopedics
Degree Required MD/DO Residency/Fellowship/Externship
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 540 Jett Dr, Jackson, Kentucky, 41339, United States
Visa Sponsorship Yes

Job Description

Last Update: 11/08/24

The Hospital:

Founded in 1988, Kentucky River Medical Center (KRMC) is an acute care hospital and is the only hospital serving a four-county area. Kentucky River is a full-service facility that also operates family medicine clinics in neighboring counties, two satellite clinics in neighboring counties, as well as four on-campus satellite clinics with specialists in the areas of cardiology, gynecology, urology, oncology, pediatrics, general and vascular surgery and orthopedic and arthroscopic surgery. KRMC is also a clinical training site for numerous colleges and vocational schools.

The Community:

Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and positioned on the banks of the North Fork of the Kentucky River, Jackson is a town of charm and beauty. Our wonderful city is rich in history and art, and friendliness is a way of life. Jackson offers stunning natural beauty with activities including hiking, kayaking, fishing and boating. A short drive up the road is the beautiful Natural Bridge State Park and the Red River Gorge. These parks have lots of natural beauty and miles of hiking ready for your next adventure.

For a fun family outing enjoy our Amusement Park, Riverboats, Dinosaur World, Jet Boats a day at the Movies and many other year-round activities and attractions. Our recreational lake offers more than 1,200 miles of shoreline and enjoy over 700,000 acres of National Forest right in our backyard. For those that love the water, Jackson offers the ability to live on the Lake and enjoy a relaxing, inviting pace of life. If you're looking for an friendly community a short drive from multiple major cities, a quality education system and a crime rate well below national average, Jackson, KY is exactly what you are looking for.

Comprehensive Compensation Package May Include:

  • Nationally Competitive Base Salary Package
  • Productivity/Incentive Compensation
  • Commencement Bonus
  • Relocation Package
  • Total Med Ed Debt Assistance potential
  • Health, Life and Retirement
  • CME, Med Lic and Dues
  • Full Employee Benefits Package and more!

Job Responsibilities

Kentucky River Medical Center is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to provide full-time services. The Hospital recently underwent $13 million renovation.

-Employed Position
-Office space and all necessary equipment available
-Supportive Administration
-Collegial physician staff
-Nursing department is fully staffed and tenured
-Endoprocedure Room, multiple OR Suites
-Anesthesia coverage and veteran OR staff proficient in all areas of Surgery
-General / Bread and Butter Orthopedic Surgery
-Some Joints preferred but not required
-Some Sports available if desired

Qualifications

-US Board Eligible / Board Certified
-Practice experience preferred
-Must be comfortable practicing without a robot (no robotics onsite)