Ortho Hand Surgeon Opening in KentuckyLocated in Ashland, KY - Lexington 123m; Cincinnati, OH 146mSeeking a board eligible/certified Orthopedic Surgeon with Hand Surgery fellowship training to join a hospital-employed Orthopedic Surgery group. The incoming surgeon will share call with six other orthopedic surgeons in a busy, collaborative practice. The center serves a large referral population of approximately 750,000 people across Kentucky and Ohio through an extensive network of 40+ primary care clinics.Highlights: $675,000 salary guarantee plus productivity-based bonuses (wRVU and quality/customer satisfaction incentives) Join a collegial group of seven Orthopedic Surgeons covering a full spectrum of orthopedic care Hospital-employed with strong institutional support and competitive compensation Facility currently expanding with a brand-new Emergency Department, Imaging Department, and main entrance expected to open soon Practice in a comprehensive regional center with nearly all medical specialties (excluding pediatric subspecialties)Comprehensive Benefits: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance Paid malpractice coverage 6 weeks of paid vacation plus 1 week for CME $5,000 annual CME allowance Signing bonus and student loan repayment options available Retirement plans including 401(k) and 403(b) options Relocation assistance providedFacility & Community Overview: Emergency Department with over 70,000 annual visits Rapid growth following the closure of a nearby hospital, increasing patient volumes and referrals Access to a full range of medical and surgical specialties on-siteLife in Ashland, Kentucky:Ashland is a charming city of about 25,000 people located on the Ohio River in the Tri-State region (Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia). The community offers: Safe, family-friendly neighborhoods with excellent schools and affordable living Cultural attractions including a vibrant performing arts theater and boutique shopping Sports and recreation facilities such as an indoor tennis center and expansive downtown park Proximity to world-class outdoor activities: hiking, skiing, boating, fishing, golf, hunting, and biking Convenient access to larger cities: Cincinnati, Columbus, Lexington, and Louisville are all within a two-hour drive Close to Huntington, WV (home to Marshall University), about 20 minutes away Nearby New River Gorge National Park for adventure activities like whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and hiking