Orthopaedic Surgeon - Hand/Foot & Ankle
Location: Brattleboro, VT
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Daytime outpatient schedule (specific start/end times not provided); Monday–Friday clinic focus with a 1:4 general ortho call rotation — PA covers first call Mon–Thu; MD provides backup as needed (day shift with on-call backup)
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive orthopaedic care with a preferred focus in hand or foot & ankle surgery
- Perform surgical procedures, including robotic-assisted cases using MAKO technology
- Manage a busy hospital-based outpatient clinic (approximately 25+ patients per day)
- Collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary team of orthopaedic surgeons and physician assistants
- Provide backup coverage in the 1:4 general ortho call rotation and support PA-first-call model
- Document patient care using Cerner Community Works and maintain high-quality clinical records
- Triage and refer complex multi-trauma cases to tertiary care centers when appropriate
- Contribute to continuous improvement, clinical growth, and a collegial practice culture
Qualifications
- MD or DO (or equivalent) with completion of an Orthopaedic Surgery residency (standard requirement for practicing surgeons)
- Preferred focus or strong experience in hand surgery or foot & ankle surgery
- Comfortable and experienced with MAKO robotic surgical technology and robotic-assisted procedures
- Proven ability to work in a hospital-based outpatient clinic and manage a steady patient volume
- Experience partnering with Physician Assistants and supervising/supporting PA workflows
- Familiarity with Cerner Community Works or similar EMR systems
- Willingness to participate in a 1:4 call rotation and provide collegial backup coverage
Education
- MD or DO degree
- Completion of Orthopaedic Surgery residency
Knowledge & Skills
- Musculoskeletal diagnosis and treatment expertise
- Strong surgical skills specific to hand and/or foot & ankle procedures
- Patient-centered management and outpatient care experience
- Proficiency with MAKO robotic surgical systems and other robotic-assisted techniques
- OR block time management and efficient operative workflow skills
- Understanding of productivity models such as wRVU (familiarity appreciated)
- Effective collaboration and communication within a multi-provider team
- Comfort with Cerner Community Works EMR for documentation and ordering
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Generous paid time off (PTO/ETO) so you can recharge and enjoy the Green Mountains
- CME allowance and dues reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Student loan repayment opportunities and employer participation in Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs
- Short- and long-term disability insurance plus Employee Assistance Program for life’s curveballs
- Flexible Spending Accounts (health & dependent care) for smarter pre-tax savings
- Relocation and interview travel support to make your move easier
- Dedicated OR block time and opportunities for clinical growth — time to do the work you love
- A collaborative team environment (3 orthopaedic surgeons and 4 PAs) that values mentorship and work-life balance
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Orthopaedic Surgeon - Hand/Foot & Ankle? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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