Orthopedics Physician
Company: Community Health Systems
Location: Key West
Posted on: December 31, 2025
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Job Description:
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.
Keywords: Community Health Systems, Key West , Orthopedics Physician, Healthcare , Key West, Florida
