Orthopedics - Hand Surgery Physician - Davenport Iowa

Company: iRecruitMD
Location: Davenport, Iowa
Posted On: 06/18/2026

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.

• 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

• Hospital and outpatient clinic settings

• Elective and urgent surgical care environments

• May include trauma or emergency department consult coverage

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency

• Fellowship training in Hand Surgery (orthopedic or plastic surgery based)

• Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state

• DEA registration or eligibility

• 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

• Orthopedic surgical practice

• Multidisciplinary, team-based care model

• Diverse patient population with a wide range of hand and upper-extremity conditions

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