ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON

Orthopedic Surgeon OpportunityThe Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Orthopedic surgeon to join our dedicated team in the Surgical service line. This is a unique opportunity to provide life-changing care to our nation's Veterans, helping them regain independence, mobility, and quality of life. Columbia offers the perfect blend of small-town comfort and big-city access. Home to the University of Missouri, it boasts a thriving medical community, vibrant arts scene, excellent schools, and beautiful outdoor recreation - from scenic trails to nearby lakes and parks. As a VA physician, you'll enjoy meaningful work, a manageable patient panel, and a collaborative, mission-driven environment. In addition to a stable federal career, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that supports your personal and professional goals: generous time off, robust retirement options, and resources for continued learning and development. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): AuthorizedEducation Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn moreEDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistancePay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increasesPaid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territoryCME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage providedContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlightingWork Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8a-430pDUTIES: This position is responsible for providing direct patient care and surgery as well as teaching and resident supervision within the Orthopedic Surgery Section of the Department of Surgery. Duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital. Each Orthopedic surgeon functions as a cooperative and collegial team member with the entire staff. If selected, your basic responsibilities will include:Delivering the best possible orthopedic care to our Veteran patients.Participating in and/or managing aspects of a general orthopedic program to include clinical, administrative, and academic components.Participating in and/or managing a broad range of orthopedic surgery practice. This encompasses all areas of general orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgery including major joint reconstructive services.Performing surgery and providing pre-op and post-op care as indicated for major and minor procedures, as well as orthopedic consultation for inpatients and outpatients.Maintaining good diagnostic, judgmental, and therapeutic acumen.Timely documentation (notes and encounter forms) in accordance with facility policy.Serving as leader and/or active member on Medical Center committees as requested.Teaching colleagues, residents, medical and nursing students, other ancillary staff. Participating in a shared rotation of night and weekend on-call coverage.