Orthopaedic Surgeon

Job SummaryBerks Ortho is seeking a General Orthopaedic Surgeon to join its well-established, independent orthopaedic practice in West Reading, PA. Located on the Reading Hospital campus, employment with Berks Ortho offers both the autonomy and collegiality of independent private practice and access to the resources and established patient base of the region’s leading hospital. Highlights:Independent practice with close affiliation with Reading HospitalState-of-the-art medical equipment and cutting-edge medical technologyDedicated team with long-term employee commitmentEstablished and growing patient practiceOpportunity to build robust practice and achieve long-term successBroad general orthopaedic practice including fracture care, joint replacement, arthroscopy, and other elective orthopaedic proceduresPrimary hospital coverage at Reading Hospital, with additional staff privileges at St.

Joseph Medical Center and local outpatient surgery centersReasonable call/holiday rotation with no trauma responsibilitySurgeons are associated with Drexel University College of Medicine at Reading Hospital, providing opportunities for teaching, mentorship, and academic appointment Strongly encouraged career development in areas of subspeciality clinical interest Contact Name: Keri KrimContact Email: keri.krim@towerhealth.orgContact Phone: 484-628-6714 Life in Berks County, PABerks County maintains a perfect balance of urban, rural and suburban settings.

Our community offers diverse outdoor and cultural activities, outstanding schools and quality of life with easy accessibility to shore points, airports and major metro areas, such as Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore and Washington, DC. Videos:Berks Ortho - YouTubeVirtual Tour – Reading HospitalWest Reading Campus: Tour Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower HealthLiving in Berks County – From Reading Fellows (Video)Websites:Berks Ortho WebsiteReading Hospital Campus MapFacts About Reading HospitalBerks County Living WebsiteNewcomers Guide to Berks CountyPennsylvania’s Americana Region QualificationsQualifications:MD (preferred) or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

BC/BE in Orthopaedic SurgeryFellowship training required, with preference for a specialty aligned with the candidate’s clinical interest and the needs of the practice. Unrestrictive PA medical license or ability to obtain oneNew graduates or established physicians are encouraged to apply! OverviewTower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high-quality, leading-edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.

With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Tower Health has partnered with Drexel University College of Medicine to open a new medical school one-half mile walking distance from Reading Hospital, a regional medical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health.

The school opened in 2021 and is currently accepting enrollment applications for the second class in 2024. In addition, Reading Hospital is the main training hospital for the medical school and supports ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs. For more information, visit towerhealth.org.