OPPORTUNITY :
We are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon to join our hospital-employed practice. The ideal candidate will be fellowship-trained in sports medicine with expertise in shoulder and knee arthroscopy, and an interest in expanding services to include elbow and hip arthroscopy. This is an excellent opportunity to grow a high-demand sports medicine program within a well-established orthopedic group supported by a strong referral network.
COMPENSATION :
- Option #1 : Base salary of $685,202
- (50%tile MGMA for those just completing training) with additional compensation for experience, guaranteed for 2 years. Can be switched to a wRVU production contract when exceeding target.
- Option #2 : Base salary of $908,411
- (75%tile MGMA) guaranteed for one year and then switched to a wRVU production contract.
- 5% less for those not yet boarded, salary adjusted accordingly upon board certification
2-year contract also includes :
Vacation : 29 PTO (paid time off) days. Additional 5 days PTO when producing 75%tile wRVUs.CME / Books & Journals : 5 days PTO and up to $5000Deferred compensation : 457b plan. Defer compensation up to IRS limit of $23,500 year before taxes. No matching.Retirement / Savings Plan : 403b plan. Defer compensation up to IRS limit of $23,500 year before taxes under age 50 and $31,000 for over age 50. SOMC matches dollar for dollar up to 2% of base pay.Moving Expense : $10,000 paid to moving companyMalpractice Insurance Coverage : in a claims made insurance, in an amount of $2,000,000, per claim / $6,000,000, aggregateHealth Insurance : physician pays small premium, deducted from paycheckLiquidated Damages : 70 mile and 2 year non-compete clause or liquidated damages of one year salaryBonus Incentives : excellent bonus incentives up to 10% of salaryMedical School Loan Repayment : repay up to $200,000 ($25,000 per year for each year of service commitment)Sign on Bonus : 15% of base salary up to $100,000 (paid when contract signed and forgiven over 2-4 years depending on amount of bonus)Residency / Fellowship Stipend : Up to $25,000 paid in quarterly payment during final 2 years of trainingPRACTICE INFO :
Practice LocationSOMC Orthopedic AssociatesOffice Hours / Work ScheduleMonday–Thursday : 8 : 00 AM – 4 : 30 PMFriday : 8 : 00 AM – 11 : 30 AMNo evening or weekend office hoursStaffing6 providers, 8 clinical staff (CMA, LPN, Ortho Techs), 4 front office, 2 surgery schedulers, radiology, and athletic training supportCall Schedule / CERP (if applicable)Call is 1 : 4Case Load25-40 patients / day in clinicOffice procedure volume varies. Joint injections, aspirations, pin removals, cast application / removal4-8 procedures / day in hospitalSports Medicine :Opportunity to lead and grow the sports medicine service line. The ideal candidate will perform advanced procedures such as :
Shoulder and knee arthroscopy
Complex ligament reconstruction and / or revisionMeniscal debridement and repairChondroplasty and cartilage restorationRotator cuff / labral repairsAdditional procedures such as elbow and hip arthroscopy would be welcomed additionsTrauma :SOMC manages a steady volume of community trauma. While we are not a designated trauma center, we treat :
Long bone, periarticular, pediatric, periprosthetic, and hand / foot fractures
Proximal humerus and hip fractures are especially commonMost open fractures and complex pelvic / acetabular trauma are referred outJoint Replacement Surgery :Opportunity to perform primary and revision joint arthroplasty including :
Knee, hip, and shoulder replacement
Collaboration with a fellowship-trained arthroplasty specialistElbow arthroplasty could be a valuable addition to our offerings(Practice Profile Information)
Hand Surgery :Current services include :
Carpal and cubital tunnel release
Compression neuropathy managementSoft tissue mass excisions and thumb CMC arthroplastyOpportunities to expand into flexor tendon repair, Dupuytren's contracture management, and ligamentous wrist repairPediatrics :No inpatient pediatric cases. Outpatient pediatric sports procedures desired, including :
Arthroscopy of the knee and shoulder
Patellofemoral realignmentChondral lesion managementFracture care and benign lesion excisionFoot & Ankle Surgery :Most procedures currently handled by in-house podiatrists, though orthopedic collaboration is welcome, especially in :
Ankle arthroscopy
Ligament repair / reconstructionChondral lesion managementSpine :No spine surgery performed in-house. Cases referred to regional neurosurgeons, supported by on-site pain management services.
EquipmentOffice : Cast saw & x-rayHospital : Computers in every room, CPMs, patient lifts, air mats for safe patient handling, Hana table, Wixon, Beach chair, peg board positioning devices in surgery. Mini c arm and standard c arm.ADDITIONAL INFO :
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Hospital Beds : 248 staffed | Service Area : 250,000 | Not-for-profit established in 1966 | Employs : over 3,000 | Medical Staff : 300+
Teaching opportunities : SOMC has Medical Students, Residents, and Advanced Practitioner trainees. Staff are eligible for Clinical Adjunct Faculty status with Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Teaching opportunities : SOMC has Medical Students, Residents, and Advanced Practitioner trainees. Staff are eligible for Clinical Adjunct Faculty status with Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Compensation Information :
Starting at $685202.00 / Annually