Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Hand/Wrist Surgeon
Cayuga Health - Ithaca, NY
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Job Description Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below. Come to live and work, where others vacation! Starting Salary $450,000 - $901,000 guaranteed for 2 years plus RVU bonus,7 Weeks PTO, Q6-7 call. About Us: Cayuga Health is a well-established and highly respected orthopedic practice in the Finger Lakes region. Our team is comprised of 7 orthopedic surgeons and 12 orthopedic physician assistants. Our hospital is not a trauma center but a robust community hospital. We offer a full spectrum of orthopedic services, including sports medicine, joint replacement, upper extremity, foot and ankle, and general orthopedics. Position Highlights: Full-time or part-time opportunity available Salary Range: 495,000 901,000 Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans Generous PTO, CME allowance, and malpractice insurance coverage Opportunity for professional growth and leadership roles Supportive team environment with advanced technology, robotics, and resources Call is 1:6 Qualifications: Completion of U.S. accredited medical program Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship is preferred. Strong commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork Excellent surgical skills and clinical judgment Key responsibilities: Patient Care Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and assessments Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients Prescribe medication and other appropriate therapies Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging Perform medical procedures and surgeries when necessary Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed Provide patient education Communication Effectively communicate with patients, families, and colleagues Documentation Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in a timely fashion Clinical Expertise Stay current with latest medical research, treatments and technologies Participate in CME and peer review activities Collaborate with other specialists and healthcare professionals to optimize patient care Work collaboratively with Advanced Practice Providers Participate in the education of clinical learners (residents, APP students, etc) Quality and Safety Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes Ensure safe care is provided to all patients Ethical and Professional Standards Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards of medical practice Uphold patient confidentiality and privacy Comply with all relevant laws and regulations. Qualifications: Doctorate MD or DO from an accredited medical school required Must have successfully completed a residency or fellowship commensurate with area of specialty. xmvmafu Be board certified or eligible in the appropriate specialty, by a board acceptable to Hospital; Obtain and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration; Obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the Health system DR-Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in applicable state required Strong clinical skills and knowledge of evidence based medicine Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Compassion, empathy and a commitment to patient-centered care Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team Commitment to ongoing professional development and CME. Working conditions: Hospital, clinic, or healthcare facility setting May include on call and weekend shifts as required.
Created: 2026-03-07