Hand and Wrist Specialist opening in KY

Hand and Wrist Specialist opening in KY
Located in Bowling Green
Full Time Position

An established, high-volume outpatient orthopedic practice is seeking a fellowship-trained Hand and Wrist Specialist to join its multidisciplinary team. This position offers a shareholder track opportunity, a collegial work environment, and strong clinical support, with a well-established referral base.

Position Overview:
The incoming physician will provide comprehensive care for hand and wrist conditions in an outpatient setting. Surgical procedures will be performed in our on-site or affiliated ambulatory surgery center. The ideal candidate will possess excellent surgical skills, efficient patient management, and a commitment to providing the highest quality of care.

Qualifications:

MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery (or Plastic Surgery with Hand Fellowship)
Completion of an accredited Hand Surgery Fellowship
Eligible for Kentucky medical licensure
Strong surgical technique, excellent patient communication, and team collaboration skills

Key Responsibilities:

Comprehensive evaluation and treatment of hand and wrist conditions
Perform common procedures, including carpal and cubital tunnel release, Dupuytren’s release, finger amputations, and more
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care
Common Procedures Performed in Practice:
Carpal and Cubital Tunnel Release
Excision of Cyst
Dupuytren’s Release
Finger PIP Joint Debridement and Mass Excision
Finger Amputations
Nailbed Repair and Pinning
Extensor Tenosynovectomy with Tendon Transfer
Ligament Repair

Why Choose This Practice:

Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
Shareholder track opportunity
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, and malpractice coverage)
CME allowance and paid time off

Community Overview:
The practice is located in Bowling Green, KY, a dynamic and rapidly growing university town. Bowling Green offers a rich cultural scene, excellent schools, and family-friendly living. Known as the birthplace of the Corvette, the area provides a balance of tradition and innovation, with a thriving arts community, diverse dining options, and easy access to Nashville, TN.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Hand and Wrist Specialist seeking a rewarding practice in a supportive, well-established environment with a great quality of life.