Orthopedic Extremity Surgeon – Inpatient / Acute Care Location: Houston, Texas Relocation: Available Job Type: Full-Time Practice Focus: Acute Musculoskeletal & Personal Injury Care Patient Population: Acute Upper & Lower Extremity Injuries Practice Environment: Procedure-Forward, Multidisciplinary Care Model Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Extremity Surgeon to provide surgical and procedural care for patients presenting with acute musculoskeletal and personal injury cases. The physician will focus primarily on upper and lower extremity injuries, providing both surgical and non-surgical treatment while working within a multidisciplinary care environment. This opportunity is well suited for an orthopedic surgeon who enjoys a high-volume, procedure-focused practice and is comfortable managing acute injury cases. Key Responsibilities Evaluate and diagnose acute musculoskeletal injuries involving the upper and lower extremities. Treat orthopedic injuries associated with trauma and personal injury cases. Develop individualized treatment plans using surgical and non-surgical approaches. Perform extremity-focused orthopedic surgical and procedural interventions. Manage patients throughout the treatment and recovery process. Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare providers to coordinate patient care. Communicate effectively with patients, care teams, and relevant case stakeholders. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Exercise independent clinical judgment while following appropriate standards of care. Required Qualifications Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery. Active Texas medical license or eligibility for Texas licensure. Strong experience treating orthopedic and extremity-related injuries. Strong surgical and procedural expertise. Ability to manage acute injury cases efficiently. Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment. Preferred Experience Candidates with experience in the following areas are highly desirable: Orthopedic trauma Acute musculoskeletal injuries Upper extremity surgery Lower extremity surgery Sports injuries Personal injury cases Inpatient orthopedic care Emergency orthopedic cases Surgical management of acute injuries Compensation & Benefits: Starting compensation of $700,000+ Bonus opportunity Comprehensive benefits Total earning potential approaching $1 million Relocation assistance available Strong operational and administrative support Consistent volume of acute injury and surgical cases Physician-focused culture Clinical autonomy and support Long-term growth opportunities Why Consider This Opportunity? High volume of acute orthopedic and surgical cases. Procedure-forward practice environment. Focus on upper and lower extremity injuries. Multidisciplinary clinical care model. Strong administrative and operational support. Competitive compensation structure. Opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing orthopedic practice.
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