ORTHOPEDIC HAND SURGEON
Apply NowSouthern Ohio Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Hand Surgery to join SOMC Orthopedic Associates in Portsmouth, Ohio. This hospital-employed position offers the opportunity to lead and grow a dedicated hand surgery service within an established orthopedic group supported by a strong regional referral network.
Practice Highlights
Hospital-employed position with SOMC Orthopedic Associates
Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
No evening or weekend office hours
1:4 call schedule
Six-provider group supported by eight clinical staff members, four front-office staff members, two surgery schedulers, radiology, and athletic training support
Typical clinic volume of 25-40 patients per day
Approximately 4-8 surgical procedures per day in the hospital
Office capabilities include X-ray, casting, injections, aspirations, and pin removal
Hand Surgery Opportunity
Current services and growth opportunities include:
Carpal and cubital tunnel release
Management of compression neuropathies
Soft-tissue mass excision
Thumb CMC arthroplasty
Hand and wrist fracture care
Opportunities to expand into flexor tendon repair, Dupuytren's contracture management, and ligamentous wrist repair
Participation in general orthopedic and community trauma care based on training and interest
Compensation and Benefits
Base salary of $950,439
Sign-on bonus up to $100,000
Medical school loan repayment up to $200,000
Residency or fellowship stipend up to $25,000
$10,000 in relocation assistance
Performance incentives up to 10% of salary
29 paid time off days, with five additional days available for achieving the 75th percentile of wRVUs
Five CME days and up to $5,000 for CME, books, and journals
Malpractice coverage, health insurance, and retirement benefits
Qualifications
Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
Completion of fellowship training in Hand Surgery