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Catholic Health Initiatives

Orthopedic Surgeon

Catholic Health Initiatives, Kearney, Nebraska, United States, 68847


Overview

Join our busy, established Orthopedic practice in Kearney, Nebraska.BUSY OrthopaedicSurgery Practice!Heart of America - Kearney, NebraskaUniversity town; home to University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK).(2) Fellowship trained physicians have more volume than they can handle - enjoy immediateramp up !Extensive referral networkTeam consists of 2 MD's; and 4 PA's. Dedicated hospital based PA for IP careThe clinic is attached to CHI Health Good Samaritan hospital. Easy access to OR. In clinic x-ray. Great staffCHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital has a dedicated unit for orthopedic patients as well as a highly respected and establishedJoint Center programand top rated orthopedic's program. IP Rehab and PMREnjoy state of the art operating rooms,pre and post patient care areasOutpatient Surgery Center to extend your practiceLevel II Trauma center; we operate the area's ground and air transport/911 serviceRotate trauma call 1:824/7 Hospitalist team. All multi-specialty represented (cardiothoracic, vascular, gastro, etc)Competitive compensation with a base salary plus RVU incentives. Benefits package includes retirement savings, relocation package, annual CME allowance, paid malpractice insurance, and tail coverage.Kearneyis a growing, progressive community of over 32,000 and is an ideal fit for someone looking for a safe; fun place to raise a family.Community Highlights:excellent school systems with both public and private schoolslocal airport with daily flights to Denverhome to the University of Nebraska-Kearneybeautiful parks; thriving downtown with unique shops and national chain restaurantsAbundant recreational activities:5 golf courses, world class hunting and fishing, USHL hockey, university sporting events, an excellent YMCA parks/rec program, museums and arts, and a new convention centernew housing with beautiful, spacious developments in town or in the country.Catholic Health Initiatives

is a part of

CommonSpirit

, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.ResponsibilitiesPatient Care:Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.Communication:Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.Provide clear and concise medical information.Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.Documentation:Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.Diagnostic Procedures:Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.Perform procedures as neededCollaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.Team Collaboration:Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.Quality Improvement:Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.Compliance:Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.Continuous Learning:Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.Participate in ongoing medical education and training.Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.Qualifications

American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical SpecialtyA valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible

Pay Range$302.88 - $364.15 /hour