Orthopedic Surgeon – Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Job Bennington area,Vermont USA,Doctor/Physician

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, a member hospital of Dartmouth Health, is seeking a Board Certified / Board Eligible Orthopaedic Surgeon with expertise in Hip Arthroplasty to join a team of established Orthopaedic Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers.

Opportunity Highlights

Established orthopedic physicians and advanced practice providers who are invested in teamwork and optimal patient outcomes
Caring and professional staff of nurses, medical assistants and patient coordinators
Supportive administration, quality care and a focus on provider and patient satisfaction
Robot-Assisted Surgery
Strong compensation and benefit package to include sign-on bonus, relocation stipend and retention incentives
Hospital Employed position (Dartmouth Health)

Qualifications

Advanced clinical degree (MD or DO)
Post graduate training in residency and fellowship program

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and related administrative services to ensure timely care of patients.

Abide by the Dartmouth Health Bylaws for the Professional Staff and Code of Conduct.

Review records and detailed medical history from patient(s).

Determine appropriate diagnosis (diagnoses) and treatment plan(s).

Determine and order appropriate screening and diagnostic tests and studies.

Obtain informed consent for treatment diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and studies.

Interpret and evaluate test and study results.

Prescribe medications, treatments, and medical devices in accordance within specialty scope of practice and applicable rules and regulations.

Initiate referrals to other providers as necessary.

Initiate admission/discharge of patients, if applicable.

Provide consultation, education, and counseling regarding the management of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries. Encourage behavioral change and assist with self-management skills to improve overall health, within specialty scope of practice.

Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner.

Provide patient and family-centered care.

Insure the patient’s right to privacy, confidentiality and informed consent.

Supervise APP’s as directed.

Participate in continuing medical education (CME).

Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

Licensure/Certification s

Current or eligible for Vermont Medical License
Current or eligible for ABMS Board Certification (to be obtained within 5 years)
Active hospital staff membership

Dartmouth Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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