Description
We are seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join our established and growing orthopedic team in Springfield, Missouri. Candidates must have completed an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency and Hand Surgery Fellowship. This is a true 100% hand and upper extremity opportunity with no shoulder responsibilities and no general orthopedic call, allowing you to focus exclusively on hand surgery.
Join a highly efficient practice environment designed specifically for hand surgery, with all patient care delivered on a single campus. Our dedicated hand clinic is located adjacent to Meyer Orthopedic and Surgical Hospital, providing seamless access to imaging, surgery, therapy, and follow-up care.
This opportunity offers the ability to develop a comprehensive elective and trauma hand practice supported by a strong referral network and affiliation with a Level I Trauma Center.
Practice Highlights:
- 100% Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery
- No general orthopedic call
- No shoulder coverage
- 1:4 hand call schedule at one hospital
- Call stipend provided
- Level I Trauma Center affiliation
- Established referral base with significant demand for hand surgery services
- Dedicated hand surgery clinic adjacent to orthopedic hospital
- Office, imaging, surgery, therapy, and postoperative care located on one campus
- Epic EMR for seamless documentation and workflows
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance
Why Springfield?
Springfield offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, excellent schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and easy access to lakes, hiking, biking, and regional travel. Enjoy the benefits of a growing metropolitan community while practicing in a market with substantial demand for hand surgery services.
Requirements
Required:
- MD or DO
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency
- Completion of a Hand Surgery Fellowship
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
Please note: This position is intended for candidates who have completed Orthopedic Surgery Residency training followed by Hand Surgery Fellowship training. Candidates trained through Plastic Surgery or General Surgery pathways will not be considered for this opportunity.
