Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon (Part-Time)

Position Details Position type: Part‑Time Department: Orthopedic Surgery Location: NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, 451 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203 Salary: $272,475 (annual base) Description Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is adding a Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to the group at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. Kings County Hospital operates a world‑renowned Level 1 Trauma Center, one of only three in Brooklyn, serving 2.6 million residents of Brooklyn and Staten Island. The hospital is academically affiliated with SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University to maintain high standards of healthcare delivery. Kings County is located in the East Flatbush/Prospect‑Lefferts section of Brooklyn, close to the 2 and 5 subways. Our patients are diverse, with the majority being Afro‑Caribbean. Most of our patients are native English speakers. Knowledge of French/Haitian Creole is helpful, but not required. NYC Health + Hospitals’ mission is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and have established the ICARE standards for all staff. NYC Health + Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States, dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. The trauma fellowship‑trained orthopedic surgeon provides surgical and non‑surgical care to complex orthopedic trauma patients including those with pelvic fractures, complex intra‑articular fractures, bone defect and limb lengthening surgery, treatment of osteomyelitis, non‑unions, and other complex pathologies requiring advanced knowledge and skill. The individual will provide acceptable standards of advanced care of these complex orthopedic pathologies consistent with the requirements and standards of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. This individual will also be the orthopedic trauma representative to the multi‑disciplinary trauma meetings as required for ACS level I trauma centers, as well as participating in 24‑hour, 7‑day per week emergency on‑call coverage, an ACS requirement. Responsibilities Plan and perform surgery on complex orthopedic cases including pelvic fractures, complex long bone and intra‑articular fractures, complex fractures of the upper and lower extremities. Participation in the emergency call schedule for orthopedic surgery. Participation in the ACS trauma multi‑disciplinary activities, including data collection and compliance issues required for a level I trauma center. Teaching orthopedic surgery residents, medical students, and physician assistants. Critical review of orthopedic trauma consultations seen in the Emergency Department and In‑patient units. Outpatient and inpatient surgical and non‑surgical care for complex orthopedic trauma as noted above. Orthopedic liaison to the multi‑disciplinary trauma committee. Responsibility for quality programs required by the hospital and the American College of Surgeons. Departmental administration, as required. Qualifications Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship trained board‑eligible or board‑certified orthopedic surgeon. Compensation and Benefits Annual base salary: $272,475 (based on a 21‑hour work week). Additional compensation available for extra call or sessional/per diem hours. Estimated annual total value of the compensation package: $377,723, including the baseline salary, 401(k) contribution, sessional/per diem hours, and other factors. Estimated compensation for 10 additional sessional/per diem hours worked per week: $78,000. 401(k) company contribution: 3% immediately vested; additional 7% after one year of service. Annual continuing medical education (CME) reimbursement. Generous annual paid time off (PTO): vacation, sick, holiday, and CME days. Medical, prescription, and dental coverage: top‑tier plans with employee contributions below market rates. Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage: equal to 2× salary (up to $300,000) at no cost. Additional voluntary coverage available. Loan forgiveness possible through applicable state or federal programs. Medical malpractice coverage (occurrence‑based) at no cost to the employee. Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Pre‑tax employee‑paid contributions for commuting expenses. Visa sponsorship considered. Eligibility for the High Needs Specialty Loan Repayment Program for physicians meeting criteria. Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our policies ensure equal opportunities for all. *Salary disclosure information: The annual base salary listed complies with New York City law on salary transparency. The salary listed is for part‑time employment and does not include bonuses/incentive compensation or benefits. Actual total compensation depends on many factors. **The annual total value of the compensation package shown is provided as an illustration and is not guaranteed. #J-18808-Ljbffr