Orthopedic Surgeon Job at Community Health Systems in Key West, FL

Grow Your Orthopedic Surgery Career in Paradise – Where Your Practice and LifestyleThrive

Lower Keys Medical Center (LKMC), part of the Community Health Systems (CHS) network, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to join an established single-specialty orthopedic practice in beautiful Key West, Florida. This is a hospital-employed opportunity with immediate patient demand, excellent support, and the chance to live and work in one of the most unique island communities in the U.S.

What You Can Expect:
Hospital-employed position with long-term stability
Join a well-established single-specialty orthopedic group
Single office location in a professional medical complex with multiple specialties
Opportunity for general orthopedics with subspecialty interest welcome
Access to state-of-the-art imaging and surgical facilities
Collaborative environment with strong referral support

Practice Perks:
Immediate patient volume and growth potential
Strong administrative, marketing, and operational support
Ability to shape and expand orthopedic services in an underserved market
Supportive hospital leadership committed to specialty development
Close-knit medical community focused on quality and collaboration

Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive base salary + productivity incentives
Commencement bonus
Medical education debt assistance
Relocation allowance
Comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), malpractice coverage
Annual CME allowance + CME time
Employed model through Community Health Systems

About Lower Keys Medical Center:
Located in the heart of Key West, Lower Keys Medical Center is a 167-bed, full-service acute care hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and diagnostic services to the Lower Keys region.

Highlights include:
24/7 emergency care, inpatient and outpatient surgical services
Advanced imaging and laboratory services
Dedicated medical transport helicopter on standby
Joint Commission accredited facility focused on quality care
Support from a national healthcare leader – Community Health Systems (CHS)

Why Key West? Work. Live. Play.
Key West, Florida offers a one-of-a-kind lifestyle where career satisfaction meets island living. From sunrise to sunset, you’ll find yourself surrounded by natural beauty, rich culture, and endless adventure.
Famous for diving, snorkeling, fishing, boating, and year-round outdoor recreation
Historic Old Town with palm-lined streets, conch houses, and vibrant architecture
Diverse dining scene with open-air restaurants, waterfront cafs, and live music
Strong sense of community, welcoming residents, and laid-back island pace
Excellent schools and easy access to the mainland via the scenic Overseas Highway

Qualifications:
MD or DO degree required
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
Eligible for Florida medical licensure
Commitment to clinical excellence and community-based care

Visa Sponsorship:

This opportunity does not offer visa sponsorship.

About Community Health Systems (CHS):
Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, operating more than 70 hospitals and hundreds of care sites across the U.S. CHS supports physicians with robust resources, advanced technology, and a strong administrative network to help you focus on patient care and professional growth.

Ready to bring your orthopedic expertise to paradise?

Join the team at Lower Keys Medical Center and make a meaningful impact in one of Florida’s most beautiful communities.