Physician - General Orthopedic Surgeon

** Position Title
** Physician - General Orthopedic Surgeon Central Kansas Orthopedic Group, Great Bend Hospital
** Position Summary / Career Interest:
** The University of Kansas Health System at Great Bend is seeking a General Orthopedic Surgeon   t o   j oin   a highly successful   practice with a draw area that covers   counties   central and western Kansas, extending to the Colorado border.  Currently, the practice includes one full-time general orthopedic surgeon, a part-time orthopedic hand surgeon, a part-time orthopedic sports medicine surgeon, a full-time Podiatrist providing comprehensive foot/ankle surgery, and a Family Medicine/Sports Medicine non-surgical physician.

Additionally, the practice offers Total Joint Services (Anterior/Posterior THA, TKA, TSA, reverse TSA, Total Elbow, Total Ankle), Full Foot/Ankle Service, Hand/Upper Extremity Service, and Sports Medicine Service.  Four full-time Physician Assistants cover clinic duties,   assist   in all surgeries, conduct daily inpatient rounds, including weekends, and provide first-call support for answering services and emergency coverage year-round.
The clinic currently sees 16,000 visits per year, with 1,200 outpatient surgeries performed annually.  This position at the University of Kansas Health System will contribute to delivering the highest quality of care and fulfilling teaching, research, and academic responsibilities .  The ideal candidate will be Board Eligible/Board Certified as well as   fellowship   trained in Orthopedic Surgery and licensed in Kansas, additionally we are currently accepting candidates   requiring   J1 Visa sponsorship.

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Offer:

*** Employed Opportunity  
* Competitive Salary  
* Comprehensive Benefits Package  
* Annual CME Allowance  
* Established
-thriving practice  
* Sign-On Bonus  
* Relocation Allowance  
** About the University of Kansas Great Bend Campus:
** The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus includes a 33-bed, not-for-profit hospital providing short-term acute care services along with orthopedic, obstetric, and surgical care units, radiology and an emergency department including Level IV trauma services. The medical pavilion, also   located   on the Great Bend Campus, provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology,  family medicine, general   surgery  and specialty clinics.  

In the Great Bend community, The University of Kansas Health System also has St. Rose Medical Pavilion. St. Rose Medical Pavilion,   located   on Broadway Avenue, provides Family Medicine (Including Family Medicine with Obstetrics and Family Medicine with Sports Medicine, specialty outpatient care including cardiac rehab and various specialty care clinics during the month. It also provides a Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic for nonemergency situations.
The University of Kansas Health System employs approximately 400 associates in its Great Bend, Kansas, facilities.  
** About Great Bend, Kansas:
** Situated in Barton County, Great Bend is home to   nearly 15,000   residents. It is an ideal community for families, boasting excellent schools and   numerous   attractions. Spend your weekends at Wetlands Waterpark, join a Great Bend Rec program, or explore the free Great Bend-Brit Spaugh Zoo. During the summer,   don't  miss the local farmers market, the Summer Street Stroll, outdoor movies in Jack Kilby Square, mud volleyball during June Jaunt, or concerts at Party in the Park.  

The active downtown area offers plenty to enjoy, from food trucks to the local brewery. Final Fridays   on Forest provide  a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow community members and soak in the lively atmosphere. The holiday season brings beautifully illuminated displays, best enjoyed by taking a ride on the Great Bend trolley.  For sports enthusiasts, the recently renovated sports complex hosts multiple sporting events and Barton Community College activities.

Outdoor recreation options abound, with Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland marsh in the United States,   located   near Great Bend. The community is surrounded by   numerous   parks and trails, ensuring   ample opportunities   for outdoor activities.
No matter your interests, Great Bend offers something for everyone to enjoy.  Interested   applicants send CV to Ann Terry at    ATerry2   or call   
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*** We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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