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The University of Kansas Hospital

Orthopedic Surgeon - Hand & Upper Extremity

The University of Kansas Hospital, Liberty, Missouri, United States, 64087

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Liberty Hospital, now part of The University of Kansas Health System, is seeking an Orthopedic Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon. The department has been recognized in the top 50 Orthopedic programs in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-2025.

The ideal candidate will be committed to advancing our hand and upper extremity service line within the community setting, while collaborating with external departments and affiliated facilities to coordinate specialty‑specific coverage. Candidates who are interested in optimizing site of service surgical planning, enhancing patient access, and treating the full spectrum of upper extremity conditions from routine to highly complex are strongly preferred.

This position within The University of Kansas Health System supports our mission to provide the highest quality of care while fulfilling the community needs and responsibilities. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, along with relocation assistance.

Position Highlights

Full-time clinical practice focused on Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity care

Dedicated surgical time in both inpatient and outpatient operative settings

Integrated orthopedic care team model designed to enhance efficiency and collaboration

Robust APP support to optimize patient access and continuity of care

Onsite Occupational Therapy within the clinic and Physical Therapy available through the Sports Medicine clinic

Convenient in-clinic access to X-ray imaging and durable medical equipment (DME) services

Required Qualifications

MD/DO

Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

Completed Hand & Upper Extremity or Shoulder & Elbow Fellowship

Licensed in Missouri and Kansas

Benefits and compensation

Recent increase in overall compensation package

Generous retirement contribution

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision

CME allowance

LTD/STD and life insurance

Professional liability insurance

Interested applicants please send CV to Ann Terry, Provider Recruiter, at

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