Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Indiana / Permanent / Orthopedic Surgeon (Hand) Job

JOB OVERVIEW

Job Title: Orthopedic Surgeon (Hand)

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Location: Hobart & Valparaiso, IN (Chicagoland Area)

Service Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient

Schedule: Monday Friday, with shared call responsibilities (1:6 rotation)

On-Call Expectations: 1:6 rotation

Start Date: Negotiable (credentialing typically 90120 days)

PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE

Patient Demographics: Adults and Geriatrics

Average Daily Volume / Census: Diverse hand and upper extremity surgical caseload

Admissions & Rounding: Included

Consults & Follow-Ups: Yes

Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: Hand surgery and general orthopedic cases

FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS

Beds in Department/Unit: Orthopedics Unit within a 458-bed hospital system

EMR System: Epic fully integrated HIMSS Stage VII

Specialty Backup: Comprehensive physician network with subspecialty surgical support

Support Staff: Nurse practitioner support in inpatient and outpatient settings

Leadership & Reporting Structure: Reports within Community Healthcare System physician group

Reason for Opening: Growth and expansion of orthopedic service line

CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE

Board Requirements: Board Certified/Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery (Hand focus encouraged)

DEA & Certifications: DEA, CSR, licensure as required

Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 90120 days

COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS

Base Salary: Highly competitive, negotiable per MGMA guidelines

Incentive Bonus Structure: RVU-based contract bonuses

Relocation Assistance: Negotiable relocation reimbursement

CME Allowance: Exceptional CME funds available

PTO & Holidays: Flexible paid time off

Health & Retirement Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Life & Disability coverage

Malpractice coverage under favorable Indiana laws

Additional Benefits: Licensure reimbursement (license, DEA, dues, subscriptions); sign-on bonus negotiable

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Board Status: BC/BE in Orthopedic Surgery (Hand focus preferred)

State License Required: Indiana medical license or eligibility to obtain

Certifications: DEA, CSR, BLS/ACLS as required

Experience: Subspecialty training in Hand Surgery encouraged; new graduates considered with mentorship support

Additional Requirements: EMR proficiency with Epic

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver comprehensive hand and general orthopedic surgical care in inpatient and outpatient settings

Provide consultations, admissions, and follow-up care for hand and orthopedic patients

Collaborate with nurse practitioners, specialists, and multi-disciplinary teams

Participate in quality improvement initiatives across the health system

Contribute to practice development and support system growth

COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

About the Area: Located in Northwest Indiana, just 45 minutes from downtown Chicago; access to cultural attractions, world-class museums, and vibrant city amenities

Local Attractions: Beaches of Lake Michigan, arts, parks, and community events

School System: Access to quality public and private schools

Housing: Affordable housing options with suburban and urban communities

Demographic & Professional Profile: Family-friendly community with young professionals and established families

Nearby Cities: Chicago, IL within commuting distance

Nearest Airport: Chicago Midway International Airport and OHare International Airport

Distance from Airport: Approximately 4060 minutes by car