Orthopedic hand surgeon (3031)
VIVANT HEALTH·Sacramento, California
VIVANT HEALTH·Sacramento, California
Diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal conditions of the hand, wrist, and forearm for managed care patients. Perform surgeries for trauma, sports injuries, and congenital anomalies while collaborating with therapists for patient recovery.
Provide clinical assessment by evaluating patients, interpreting diagnostic imaging and developing customized surgical and non-operative treatment plans. Performs surgery to address trauma, sports injuries, nerve and tendon damage, arthritis, tumors and congenital anomalies. Provides pre-and post-operative care and collaborates with physical or occupational therapists to maximize patient recovery. Evaluates inpatient consults and handles upper-extremity trauma and emergency hand procedures. Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position. Regular attendance. Travel as required. Other Functions Enforces Company policies and safety procedures. Regularly updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining professional networks, and participating in professional organizations. Maintain IPA, Health Plan compliance standards. Supervisor Responsibility This position may supervise clinical support staff. QualificationsCompetencies Seven (7+) years of direct experience performing orthopedic hand surgeries. Experience gained through residency and fellowship requirements is acceptable. Superior skills in successfully complete orthopedic hand surgeries. Excellent communication skills, including both oral and written. Excellent active listening and critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to solve advanced-level problems with minimal supervision. Has the ability to be a leader for the department, shows leadership skills and initiative. Ability to demonstrate professionalism, confidence, and sincerity while quickly and positively engaging providers/members. Ability to multi-task, exercise excellent time management, and meet multiple deadlines. Ability to provide and receive constructive job and/or industry related feedback. Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately share information on a need-to-know basis. Ability to exercise sound discretion and strict maintenance of confidentiality of all confidential and sensitive communications and information. Ability to consistently deliver excellent customer service. Excellent attention to detail and ability to document information accurately. Ability to effectively and positively work in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment and achieve objectives. Demonstrate commitment to the organization’s mission. Must have mid-level skills in Microsoft software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Access is a plus. Typing speed of 40 wpm or more is a plus. Must have the ability to quickly learn and use new software tools. Must have mid-level skills using e-mail applications. Self-motivated with strong organizational, multi-tasking, planning, and follow up skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Ability to present self in a professional manner and represent the Company image. Education and Licensure Graduated from and accredited medical school and successfully completed a 5-year orthopedic surgery residency program. Successful completion of a 1-year hand and upper extremity fellowship. Currently and active California medical license Board Eligible/Certified in orthopedic surgery with a subspecialty certificate in surgery of the hand. Travel The incumbent may travel in the Greater Sacramento Area to perform outpatient surgery at assigned outpatient surgery centers and/or hospitals.
Requires a medical degree, a 5-year orthopedic surgery residency, and a 1-year hand and upper extremity fellowship. Must hold an active California medical license and be Board Eligible/Certified in orthopedic surgery with a hand surgery subspecialty.
Market context
In California, orthopedic hand surgeon openings are typically driven by high patient demand in large health systems, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty groups serving trauma, degenerative, and work-related upper-extremity cases. These roles are competitive because employers usually want a medical degree, orthopedic surgery residency, hand fellowship training, and an active California license; the salary range here reflects that level of specialization. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your board status, fellowship credentials, and license readiness before applying.