Orthopedic Surgeon

Beckley, WV VA Medical Center is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to join their facility in Beckley, West Virginia. The provider will report directly to the Chief of Surgery and work primarily on Carpal Tunnel cases as well as knee and shoulder scopes. The position offers a collaborative environment supported by dedicated PAs and a private office for patient consultations.

Practice Info

• Joint Commission accredited, complexity level II facility serving Veterans in 11 counties in southern West Virginia
• 25-bed general medical/surgical and 5-bed intensive care facility with a 50-bed community living center
• Surgical team includes a General Surgeon, Rear Foot/Ankle Surgeons, ENT Surgeon, Anesthesiologist, two CRNAs, two Orthopedic PAs, a Podiatry PA, and an Admin Officer
• Provider will have their own private office to see patients and conduct consultations
• Clinical support provided by two dedicated PAs

Shift & Schedule

• Full-Time
• 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

• Focus primarily on Carpal Tunnel cases, as well as knee and shoulder scopes rather than traditional broader orthopedic duties
• Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure
• Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases
• Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions, and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms
• Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system
• Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff
• Examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility
• Examine patients to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk
• Follow established surgical techniques during the operation
• Manage surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment
• Operate on patient's musculoskeletal system to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions
• Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures
• Prepare case histories
• Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, or preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area
• Provide consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons
• Refer patients to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary

Compensation

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Regular salary increases
• Performance pay up to $15k annually
• Education loan repayment: Authorized
• Salary from $350,000
• Salary to $400,000

Benefits

• 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
• Federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME (must be full-time with board certification)
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Qualifications

• 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory