The University of Kansas Health System
Physician - General Orthopedic Surgeon
The University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend, Kansas, United States, 67530
**Position Title**Physician - General Orthopedic SurgeonCentral Kansas Orthopedic Group, Great Bend Hospital**Position Summary / Career Interest:**The University of Kansas Health System at Great Bend is seeking a General Orthopedic Surgeon
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a highly successful
practice with a draw area that covers
counties
central and western Kansas, extending to the Colorado border.
Currently, the practice includes one full-time general orthopedic surgeon, a part-time orthopedic hand surgeon, a part-time orthopedic sports medicine surgeon, a full-time Podiatrist providing comprehensive foot/ankle surgery, and a Family Medicine/Sports Medicine non-surgical physician. Additionally, the practice offers Total Joint Services (Anterior/Posterior THA, TKA, TSA, reverse TSA, Total Elbow, Total Ankle), Full Foot/Ankle Service, Hand/Upper Extremity Service, and Sports Medicine Service.
Four full-time Physician Assistants cover clinic duties,
assist
in all surgeries, conduct daily inpatient rounds, including weekends, and provide first-call support for answering services and emergency coverage year-round.
The clinic currently sees 16,000 visits per year, with 1,200 outpatient surgeries performed annually.
This position at the University of Kansas Health System will contribute to delivering the highest quality of care and fulfilling teaching, research, and academic responsibilities .
The ideal candidate will be Board Eligible/Board Certified as well as
fellowship
trained in Orthopedic Surgery and licensed in Kansas, additionally we are currently accepting candidates
requiring
J1 Visa sponsorship.
**We Offer:*** Employed Opportunity
* Competitive Salary
* Comprehensive Benefits Package
* Annual CME Allowance
* Established -thriving practice
* Sign-On Bonus
* Relocation Allowance
**About the University of Kansas Great Bend Campus:**The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus includes a 33-bed, not-for-profit hospital providing short-term acute care services along with orthopedic, obstetric, and surgical care units, radiology and an emergency department including Level IV trauma services. The medical pavilion, also
located
on the Great Bend Campus, provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology,
family medicine, general
surgery
and specialty clinics.
In the Great Bend community, The University of Kansas Health System also has St. Rose Medical Pavilion. St. Rose Medical Pavilion,
located
on Broadway Avenue, provides Family Medicine (Including Family Medicine with Obstetrics and Family Medicine with Sports Medicine, specialty outpatient care including cardiac rehab and various specialty care clinics during the month. It also provides a Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic for nonemergency situations.
The University of Kansas Health System employs approximately 400 associates in its Great Bend, Kansas, facilities.
**About Great Bend, Kansas:**Situated in Barton County, Great Bend is home to
nearly 15,000
residents. It is an ideal community for families, boasting excellent schools and
numerous
attractions. Spend your weekends at Wetlands Waterpark, join a Great Bend Rec program, or explore the free Great Bend-Brit Spaugh Zoo. During the summer,
don't
miss the local farmers market, the Summer Street Stroll, outdoor movies in Jack Kilby Square, mud volleyball during June Jaunt, or concerts at Party in the Park.
The active downtown area offers plenty to enjoy, from food trucks to the local brewery. Final Fridays
on Forest provide
a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow community members and soak in the lively atmosphere. The holiday season brings beautifully illuminated displays, best enjoyed by taking a ride on the Great Bend trolley.
For sports enthusiasts, the recently renovated sports complex hosts multiple sporting events and Barton Community College activities. Outdoor recreation options abound, with Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland marsh in the United States,
located
near Great Bend. The community is surrounded by
numerous
parks and trails, ensuring
ample opportunities
for outdoor activities.
No matter your interests, Great Bend offers something for everyone to enjoy.
Interested
applicants send CV to Ann Terry at
ATerry2@kumc.edu
or call 816.419.4523
**Time Type:****Job Requisition ID:**R-42030***We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.***We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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a highly successful
practice with a draw area that covers
counties
central and western Kansas, extending to the Colorado border.
Currently, the practice includes one full-time general orthopedic surgeon, a part-time orthopedic hand surgeon, a part-time orthopedic sports medicine surgeon, a full-time Podiatrist providing comprehensive foot/ankle surgery, and a Family Medicine/Sports Medicine non-surgical physician. Additionally, the practice offers Total Joint Services (Anterior/Posterior THA, TKA, TSA, reverse TSA, Total Elbow, Total Ankle), Full Foot/Ankle Service, Hand/Upper Extremity Service, and Sports Medicine Service.
Four full-time Physician Assistants cover clinic duties,
assist
in all surgeries, conduct daily inpatient rounds, including weekends, and provide first-call support for answering services and emergency coverage year-round.
The clinic currently sees 16,000 visits per year, with 1,200 outpatient surgeries performed annually.
This position at the University of Kansas Health System will contribute to delivering the highest quality of care and fulfilling teaching, research, and academic responsibilities .
The ideal candidate will be Board Eligible/Board Certified as well as
fellowship
trained in Orthopedic Surgery and licensed in Kansas, additionally we are currently accepting candidates
requiring
J1 Visa sponsorship.
**We Offer:*** Employed Opportunity
* Competitive Salary
* Comprehensive Benefits Package
* Annual CME Allowance
* Established -thriving practice
* Sign-On Bonus
* Relocation Allowance
**About the University of Kansas Great Bend Campus:**The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus includes a 33-bed, not-for-profit hospital providing short-term acute care services along with orthopedic, obstetric, and surgical care units, radiology and an emergency department including Level IV trauma services. The medical pavilion, also
located
on the Great Bend Campus, provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology,
family medicine, general
surgery
and specialty clinics.
In the Great Bend community, The University of Kansas Health System also has St. Rose Medical Pavilion. St. Rose Medical Pavilion,
located
on Broadway Avenue, provides Family Medicine (Including Family Medicine with Obstetrics and Family Medicine with Sports Medicine, specialty outpatient care including cardiac rehab and various specialty care clinics during the month. It also provides a Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic for nonemergency situations.
The University of Kansas Health System employs approximately 400 associates in its Great Bend, Kansas, facilities.
**About Great Bend, Kansas:**Situated in Barton County, Great Bend is home to
nearly 15,000
residents. It is an ideal community for families, boasting excellent schools and
numerous
attractions. Spend your weekends at Wetlands Waterpark, join a Great Bend Rec program, or explore the free Great Bend-Brit Spaugh Zoo. During the summer,
don't
miss the local farmers market, the Summer Street Stroll, outdoor movies in Jack Kilby Square, mud volleyball during June Jaunt, or concerts at Party in the Park.
The active downtown area offers plenty to enjoy, from food trucks to the local brewery. Final Fridays
on Forest provide
a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow community members and soak in the lively atmosphere. The holiday season brings beautifully illuminated displays, best enjoyed by taking a ride on the Great Bend trolley.
For sports enthusiasts, the recently renovated sports complex hosts multiple sporting events and Barton Community College activities. Outdoor recreation options abound, with Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland marsh in the United States,
located
near Great Bend. The community is surrounded by
numerous
parks and trails, ensuring
ample opportunities
for outdoor activities.
No matter your interests, Great Bend offers something for everyone to enjoy.
Interested
applicants send CV to Ann Terry at
ATerry2@kumc.edu
or call 816.419.4523
**Time Type:****Job Requisition ID:**R-42030***We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.***We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests. #J-18808-Ljbffr