Kittitas Valley Healthcare is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Surgeon with strong documented shoulder volume, including total shoulder procedures, to join KVH Orthopedics in Ellensburg, Washington. This is a growth-focused opportunity to build a shoulder practice, maintain a broad general orthopedic scope, and help expand access to orthopedic care in Central Washington.
At KVH, you’ll find a collaborative care environment, strong clinical support, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with your patients while making a lasting impact on community health.
Located in Ellensburg, WA, KVH offers the best of small-town living with easy access to world-class outdoor recreation, excellent schools, and convenient proximity to major metropolitan areas.
Position Highlights
- Established orthopedic practice with opportunity to grow a shoulder-focused service line
- Newly renovated clinic with 8 exam rooms and in-clinic X-ray
- Dedicated OR block time through the block time committee process
- Advanced tools including ARVIS® Augmented Reality System and KVH-paid AI scribe support
- Recent 15,000-square-foot surgical services expansion completed in 2025
- Full-time schedule: four 10-hour days with built in referral base
Why Ellensburg & KVH?
- Easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, fly fishing, and trail running
- No commute stress—spend more time doing what you love
- Four distinct seasons | 300 days of sunshine | vibrant farmers markets
- Family-friendly community with excellent schools
- Home to Central Washington University | arts, music, and Top 10-ranked rodeo
- Within two hours of Seattle, Bellevue, and Spokane
Benefits - KV Healthcare
Job DescriptionThe Orthopedic Surgeon is responsible for providing care to patients. This includes evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and documentation. KVH Orthopedics is a multi-provider clinic that employs Orthopedic Surgeon and Physician Assistants. This position is for full-time employment (but could be a flexible FTE) that will be split between the outpatient clinic and the operating room.
Qualifications- Completion of the appropriate License or Certification (MD/DO)
- Completion of residency.
- Washington State License
- Board Certified / Board Eligible
- DEA & NPI
- ACLS (maintenance required)
- Current CPR card (maintenance required)
Highlights:
- Eligible for Production incentives
- Up to $90,000 in loan repayment
- Relocation assistance
- $5,000 & 40 hours of CME allocations yearly
- 10% employer contribution to retirement plan (no match required)
- Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, disability and life.
- Full time, hospital employed position with a built in referral base
- Paid malpractice and tail insurance
Wage: Ranges between $598,000 - $774,448 with Individual Productivity.
Skills Required
- Strong documented shoulder volume including total shoulder procedures
- MD or DO degree (appropriate license or certification)
- Completion of residency
- Washington State medical license
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedics
- DEA registration and NPI
- ACLS (maintenance required)
- Current CPR card (maintenance required)
What We Do
Kittitas Valley Healthcare (KVH) is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving Kittitas County and surrounding rural communities. It operates as a public hospital district providing 24-hour emergency care, inpatient, and outpatient services, along with a network of clinics offering various medical specialties.
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