Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Iowa

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Position Summary

The Orthopedic Hand Surgeon provides comprehensive evaluation surgical and non-surgical treatment of conditions affecting the hand wrist and upper extremity. This role includes management of traumatic injuries degenerative conditions congenital abnormalities and work-related or repetitive-use disorders. The surgeon works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient-centered orthopedic care.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat disorders of the hand wrist and upper extremity
• Perform elective and emergent surgical procedures within the scope of hand surgery
• Manage traumatic injuries including fractures tendon nerve and soft tissue injuries
• Provide non-operative care such as injections splinting and rehabilitation planning
• Interpret diagnostic imaging and test results
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Participate in call coverage for hand and upper-extremity trauma as required
• Collaborate with therapists advanced practice providers and referring physicians
• Educate patients and families regarding conditions treatment options and recovery
• Maintain accurate timely and compliant medical documentation
• Participate in quality improvement patient safety and clinical education activities

Practice Setting

• Hospital and outpatient clinic settings
• Elective and urgent surgical care environments
• May include trauma or emergency department consult coverage

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency
• Fellowship training in Hand Surgery (orthopedic or plastic surgerybased)
• Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced surgical expertise in hand and upper-extremity procedures
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to evidence-based patient-centered care
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment

Work Environment

• Orthopedic surgical practice
• Multidisciplinary team-based care model
• Diverse patient population with a wide range of hand and upper-extremity conditions