Orthopedic Hand Surgeon
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Orthopedic Hand Surgeon
Westchester / New York City, NY | Multiple Locations
Join a Growing Multispecialty Medical Group
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join a growing multispecialty medical group serving patients across the New York City and Westchester area.
This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive care for hand, wrist, and upper-extremity conditions, including occupational injuries, motor vehicle injuries, and pain-related cases.
You’ll work alongside physicians, specialists, physician assistants, therapists, and clinical staff to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care focused on restoring function and improving quality of life.
Position Highlights
- Focused practice in hand, wrist, and upper-extremity care
- Surgical and non-surgical treatment
- Multidisciplinary clinical environment
- Mix of new and established patients
- Collaborative team of physicians, PAs, therapists, and clinical staff
- Opportunity to treat occupational and motor vehicle-related injuries
- Multiple practice locations throughout the NYC/Westchester area
- Strong emphasis on functional recovery and patient-centered care
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Surgical Care
- Evaluate and diagnose hand, wrist, and upper-extremity conditions and injuries.
- Perform appropriate surgical and non-surgical procedures.
- Review medical histories, diagnostic testing, and imaging.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs.
- Provide post-operative and ongoing follow-up care.
- Monitor patient progress and functional recovery.
Patient Care & Education
- Clearly explain diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures.
- Address patient questions and concerns throughout the course of care.
- Educate patients regarding treatment plans, recovery, and available alternatives.
- Maintain a compassionate and patient-centered approach.
Collaboration & Care Coordination
- Work closely with physicians, specialists, PAs, therapists, and other clinical professionals.
- Coordinate treatment plans with other treating providers.
- Collaborate with administrative and clinical teams regarding documentation, scheduling, and care coordination.
- Supervise Medical Assistants and Physician Assistants as appropriate.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, treatments, procedures, and medications.
- Follow organizational policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Prescribe, administer, and dispense medications within applicable regulations.
- Maintain compliance with Workers' Compensation and No-Fault requirements.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Active New York State medical license.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Fellowship training in Hand Surgery preferred or required based on practice needs.
- 5+ years of clinical experience preferred.
- Experience treating work-related and motor vehicle injuries preferred.
- Workers' Compensation Board authorization.
- Knowledge of New York Workers' Compensation and No-Fault regulations.
- Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Willingness to travel between New York City-area locations.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an orthopedic surgeon with specialized hand and upper-extremity expertise who enjoys a collaborative environment and wants to provide comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care to a diverse patient population.
Location: Westchester / New York City, NY
Specialty: Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Employment: Full-Time
Setting: Multispecialty Medical Group