Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Opening in Dayton OH
Updated 10/16/26
Dayton, Ohio, United States
Physician
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Orthopedic Hand Surgeon opening in Ohio
Dayton, Ohio
Full-time; Permanent
Orthopedic Surgery / Hand Surgery
Level I Trauma Center | Academic Faculty Appointment | Multi-Year Income Guarantee | Signing Bonus
A leading regional healthcare system in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join its growing Hand Surgery program. This opportunity offers a diverse surgical practice involving complex hand trauma and minimally invasive procedures, with access to a Level I Trauma Center and comprehensive hospital resources. Through an academic partnership with Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, the incoming surgeon will have opportunities to participate in medical education, clinical research, and continued program development.
Position Highlights
Full-time, permanent Orthopedic Hand Surgery opportunity
Join an expanding regional Hand Surgery program
Clinical focus on complex hand trauma and minimally invasive hand procedures
Practice across one or more hospital campuses based on program needs and physician fit
Level I Trauma Center call coverage
Structured call rotation shared with employed and independently affiliated Hand Surgeons
Academic faculty role with Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Opportunities for teaching, research, and clinical innovation
Participate in Hand Surgery program growth and regional market development
Comprehensive surgical and hospital-based resources
Competitive multi-year income guarantee
Transition to productivity-based compensation
Signing bonus, student loan forgiveness, and relocation assistance considered
Comprehensive benefits and paid malpractice coverage
Clinical Practice
Provide comprehensive surgical and nonsurgical care for hand and upper-extremity conditions
Evaluate and treat complex hand injuries and trauma
Perform minimally invasive hand procedures
Manage patients requiring specialized orthopedic hand surgery
Participate in trauma call coverage at a Level I Trauma Center
Collaborate with Orthopedic Surgeons and other surgical specialists
Provide preoperative and postoperative patient care
Contribute to the continued expansion of regional Hand Surgery services
Practice Locations & Call
Surgeons may practice at one or more of the following locations:
Miami Valley Hospital Main – Dayton
Miami Valley Hospital North – Englewood
Miami Valley Hospital South – Centerville
Atrium Medical Center – Middletown
Upper Valley Medical Center – Troy
Additional practice details:
Structured call rotation at Miami Valley Hospital's Adult Level I Trauma Center
Call shared among employed and independently affiliated Hand Surgeons
Practice location assignments based on program needs and candidate fit
Established regional referral network
Academic & Professional Opportunities
Faculty affiliation with Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Opportunities to participate in medical education
Collaboration with academic physicians and clinical educators
Support for clinical research and innovation
Opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing Hand Surgery program
Multidisciplinary collaboration across a regional healthcare system
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive multi-year income guarantee
Transition to productivity-based compensation
Signing bonus considered
Student loan forgiveness considered
Relocation assistance considered
Paid medical malpractice insurance
Comprehensive health and employee benefits
Generous CME allowance
Established clinical and administrative support
Qualifications
MD or DO
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
Fellowship training in Hand Surgery
Experience in complex hand trauma and minimally invasive hand procedures
U.S.-trained physician
U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status required
Current or eligible Ohio medical license
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered surgical care
Strong communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
Interest in academic medicine and program development
Hospital & Surgical Resources
Regional hospital system with five campuses
Miami Valley Hospital features 1,133 licensed beds
Dayton area's only Adult Level I Trauma Center
Dedicated trauma and emergency care resources
Adult Burn Center
CareFlight air and mobile intensive care transport
Comprehensive surgical and specialty services
Established primary care and specialty referral network
Multidisciplinary hospital-based clinical support
Health System & Academic Environment
Established nonprofit academic healthcare system
More than 1,700 physicians and 14,000 caregivers
Over 100 care locations
Serves patients throughout a nine-county region
Academic partnership with Wright State University
Opportunities for teaching, research, and clinical collaboration
Integrated hospital and outpatient specialty services
Continued investment in surgical program growth
About Dayton, Ohio
Dayton offers an attractive combination of affordable living, cultural amenities, and convenient access to major Midwestern cities.
Approximately one hour north of Cincinnati
Affordable housing and family-friendly neighborhoods
Home to Wright State University and the University of Dayton
Strong healthcare, education, and research community
Extensive biking trails, parks, and outdoor recreation
Five Rivers MetroParks with approximately 16,000 acres of parkland
Museums, performing arts, restaurants, and entertainment
Convenient access to Dayton International Airport
Easy travel to Cincinnati, Columbus, and Indianapolis
Excellent opportunity for an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon seeking a growing surgical program, Level I trauma experience, academic involvement, and competitive long-term compensation
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