We are seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to become a member of our staff providing high-quality, patient-centered care. This role includes comprehensive orthopedic care in both an outpatient Rural Health Clinic setting and an inpatient Critical Access Hospital environment. The physician will combine high-impact rural medicine with a supportive collaborative practice that prioritizes patient access, continuity and quality.

Highlights

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Full time schedule with shared call rotation
• Mix of clinic and surgical time depending on community need
• Supportive and collaborative team

Benefits :

• Paid DEA up to two dues/subscriptions
• 4 paid CME days and $2,500 for CME
• Retirement with immediate employer match of a maximum of 3% of compensation
• Competitive salary and health benefits
• Several insurance options including long-term disability and 1x annual salary life insurance (both Company paid)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct outpatient clinic visits in a Rural Health Clinic setting, such as evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and management of musculoskeletal injuries, disorders, and diseases for patients of all ages
• Perform orthopedic procedures including fracture care, joint injections, casting/splinting, and minor surgical interventions with the scope of the Critical Access Hospital capabilities
• Provide orthopedic consultation for emergency department cases, inpatients, and observation patients
• Participate in hospital call coverage rotation, ensuring timely response to urgent orthopedic needs
• Five (5) days a week splitting time between rural clinics

Qualifications & Skills

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• BC or BE in Orthopedic Surgery
• Valid medical license to practice in State of Kansas
• Commitment to compassionate, accessible care for underserved rural populations
• Experience in a rural or Critical Access Hospital setting preferred but not required

The Kansas Recruitment and Retention Center (KRRC) partners with hospitals, private practices, community health centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), and other organizations to help strengthen the health care workforce in rural and urban under resourced communities across the State. KRRC services are designed to assist Kansas communities in recruiting and retaining physicians, dentists, pharmacists, physician assistants, APRNs, nurses, dental hygienists, allied health professionals, and behavioral health professionals. In addition to offering recruitment support for Kansas health care facilities and job search support to a variety of health care providers, the KRRC offers resources for CV/resume building, interview prep, and contract negotiation.  

Currently partnering with 55+ health care organizations, we serve as their initial point of contact and liaison in recruiting those seeking to serve in rural and urban underserved communities.

With more than 450+ associates at six locations serving a large service area, we are a first-class, nonprofit health care system with a longstanding tradition of providing compassionate, high-quality care to the rural communities of northeast Kansas. As we continue to integrate and expand into the areas we serve, we are making it easier for Kansans to access the care they need. 

This small town of about 700 people is nestled in the rolling Flint Hills of Kansas that sits along the waters of the Vermillion River.  It has the conveniences in town that you need with the benefits of a small town that is located within 50 miles of either Topeka or Manhattan. It is surrounded by scenic drives and hiking and biking trails.  Walk-in public fishing and hunting areas are nearby.  Our beautiful 9-hole golf course is open to the public and offers lovely views of the Flint Hills.