Physician - Hand Surgeon - West Phoenix

The Core Institute•Phoenix, AZ

45d

About The Position

We are seeking a board-certified/board-eligible orthopedic hand surgeon to join our established practice. This position offers: An established patient panel with immediate volume Advanced Practice Provider (APP) support already in place to optimize clinic efficiency and patient care Dedicated OR time , including access to flip rooms for maximized surgical throughput Shoulder experience including shoulder replacement preferred. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-demand role with robust infrastructure and support.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
Completion of an accredited residency program in Orthopedic Surgery.
Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
Valid medical license to practice in Arizona.
Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Knowledge of community medical diagnostic and patient care services in area of medical expertise.
Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.
Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.
Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Shoulder experience including shoulder replacement preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for hand, wrist, and forearm conditions or injuries.
Participates in available OR times and flips OR rooms as needed.
Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
Trains and supervises medical fellows and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function.
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.