Upper Extremity Hand Surgeon - H1B Accepted

Updated 11/18/25
Saginaw, Michigan, United States
Physician
Orthopedics-Hand Surgery
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Job at a glance

Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship Yes

Job description

Job description

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting an experienced Board Certified or Eligible Orthopedic Upper Extremity/Hand Surgeon to join and expand a collaborative orthopedic team in Michigan. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background and a commitment to excellent patient care.

Details:

• Specialize in orthopedic care for the upper extremity, including elbow, hand, wrist, and forearm—diagnosing, treating, and surgically repairing related conditions
• Join an established practice of 10 surgeons supported by trauma, sports, pediatrics, hand (plastic surgery), and podiatry specialists
• Perform a wide range of surgical procedures on the elbow, wrist, and hand, providing comprehensive pre- and post-operative care
• General orthopedic call responsibility approximately 4 calls per month
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care and high-quality outcomes
• Work within a physician-led, collaborative, and supportive healthcare culture
• Access state-of-the-art facilities, including the Stryker MAKO robot for advanced surgical procedures
• Engage in a community-centered work culture focused on patient care and continuous learning
• Affiliated with a major teaching hospital and Central Michigan University College of Medicine, supporting multiple residency programs and medical students
• Utilize EPIC EMR system for patient record management

Schedule:

• Full-time clinical and surgical schedule with general orthopedic call

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation at MGMA market rate, including RVU-based incentive plan
• Sign-on bonus and educational stipend opportunity (discussed at interview)
• Relocation allowance, if applicable
• Generous paid time off totaling 37 days including CME
• CME allowance
• Retirement plans including 403(b) and 457(b) options
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance, fully paid
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Professional liability coverage with tail insurance
• Paid professional dues and licensing fees

Requirements:

• Board Certified or Eligible by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in Orthopaedic Surgery focusing on Hand/Upper Extremities preferred
• Eligible for Michigan medical licensure
• Open to H-1B visa candidates; J-1 waivers not accepted
• Not accepting locum tenens candidates

About Vivo HealthStaff:

Vivo HealthStaff is a San Francisco Bay Area-based healthcare staffing and recruitment firm serving clinics and healthcare organizations nationwide. Recognized twice on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and featured on the San Francisco Business Times' Fastest Growing Companies list, Vivo HealthStaff is known for delivering reliable, high-quality staffing solutions across multiple medical specialties. Our experienced team is dedicated to matching skilled healthcare professionals with organizations to meet their unique clinical and operational needs.

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