Grow Your Orthopedic Surgery Career in Paradise – Where Your Practice and Lifestyle Thrive
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 cafés, 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.