Orthopedics Surgeon (Total Joint)

Overview

Bassett Healthcare Network, in Central New York, is seeking a BC/BE Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon to join our staff.

• Salary Range: $650,000 - $750,000
• Sign-on Bonus: up to $200,000
• Location: Cooperstown, NY

Job Description & Responsibilities

• The division is looking for a surgeon with fellowship training in total joint arthroplasty to support the focused service line for hip and knee replacement surgery. Bassett is committed to building a superior center for total joint replacement in the upstate New York region. The position does require participation in general call coverage
• Join an established group of Orthopedic Surgeons and Advanced Practice Clinicians (APC’s)
• Practice within Bassett Healthcare Network, an integrated system delivering care across an 8-county region
• Become a part of Bassett Healthcare Network, a progressive academic health system and major teaching affiliate of Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.
• General Orthopedic Call Required 1:9 days - Dedicated Hospitalist for weekday coverage, shared call with whole Physician group - APC 1st call system in place
• Joint Replacement Center located at AO Fox Hospital, a 40-bed acute care hospital
• Referral Base of over 150 Primary Care Clinicians
• Full Support Staff including APC’s with Surgical Residents and Medical Student Interaction
• Visa Sponsorship

Requirements

• MD, DO or MBBS
• BC/BE in Orthopedics
• Completion of an accredited USA orthopedic fellowship in total joint arthroplasty
• New York Medical License (or eligibility to obtain)
• BLS Certification Required
• Fellowship Trained
• DEA Required

Benefits

Compensation

• Salary Range: $650,000 - $750,000
• This compensation range represents Bassett Healthcare’s good faith belief of the compensation range at the time of this posting or advertisement. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards
• Sign-on Bonus: up to $200,000
• Bassett offers Physicians an incentive plan with no earnings cap. Individual performance and productivity can significantly enhance compensation with potential upside realized within the first year of employment

Additional Benefits

• CME time and allowance
• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays
• Malpractice coverage
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Bassett provides two retirement plans for tax-advantaged contributions: 403(b) and 457(b) through Fidelity Net Benefits
• Supportive transition bonus of $10,000 and full onboarding program
• EMR - EPIC
• Mentoring, leadership programs, and physician special interest groups