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Ortho Hand GW

Washington, DC · On-site

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What is hand delivery?

Hand delivery jobs involve physically delivering items such as packages, documents, or food directly to recipients by foot, bicycle, or vehicle. These roles are essential for businesses that require timely and secure delivery of goods or important paperwork within a specific area or to specific clients. Hand delivery workers may be employed by courier companies, restaurants, or local businesses, and often require good time management and customer service skills. The job may also involve handling cash on delivery and obtaining signatures as proof of receipt.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hand delivery worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hand Delivery worker, you need reliability, basic literacy and numeracy skills, and a valid driver's license (if transportation is required). Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, mobile delivery apps, and package tracking tools is commonly expected. Strong time management, customer service orientation, and attention to detail set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure timely, accurate, and courteous delivery of items, which is crucial for customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

What are some common challenges faced by hand delivery professionals, and how can they be managed effectively?

Hand delivery professionals often encounter challenges such as navigating unfamiliar routes, handling time-sensitive deliveries, and managing heavy or awkward packages. To address these issues, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the local area, plan delivery routes in advance, and use tools like GPS navigation apps. Additionally, maintaining strong communication with dispatchers and recipients helps ensure smooth delivery and quickly resolves any issues that arise. Staying organized and being adaptable are key to success in this role.

What is the difference between Hand Delivery vs Mail Carrier?

AspectHand DeliveryMail Carrier
Required CredentialsNone or basic delivery trainingDriver's license, postal training
Work EnvironmentLocal, on-foot or vehicle deliveryVehicle-based, postal routes
Employer & IndustryBusinesses, couriers, local servicesPostal services, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Hand Delivery involves physically delivering items directly to recipients, often within a local area, requiring minimal credentials. Mail Carriers typically work for postal services, delivering mail via vehicle on established routes. While both roles involve delivery, Hand Delivery emphasizes direct, personal delivery, whereas Mail Carriers focus on postal route delivery. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role based on credentials, environment, and industry.

What cities in Washington are hiring for Hand Delivery jobs?

Cities in Washington with the most Hand Delivery job openings:

Hand Delivery jobs near you
Infographic showing various Hand Delivery job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Ortho Hand GW

Washington, DC • On-site

The George Washington University Hospital
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Opportunity Details
Capital Medical Group (CMG) is seeking a full-time, fellowship-trained Hand & Upper Extremity Surgeon to join the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC. This role offers a concurrent faculty appointment at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences ( GW SMHS), a base salary plus wRVU productivity bonus and academic stipend compensation model, and the opportunity to teach orthopaedic residents and medical students at an academic Level I Trauma Center, allowing you to focus on comprehensive hand and upper extremity care while working alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary orthopaedic team.
Quick Facts
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Call: Participates in the hand call rotation, covering the GW University Hospital Emergency Department
  • Location: The George Washington University Hospital, Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC
  • Practice Setting: Academic medical center; 371-bed, ACS-verified Level I Trauma Center; principal teaching hospital for GW SMHS
  • Support / Care Team: Advanced practice providers, nursing staff, orthopaedic residents (5-year ACGME program), and medical students
  • EMR / Technology: GW Hospital (Cerner) / CMG Outpatient (Epic)

Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and treat the full spectrum of hand, wrist, and elbow conditions, including trauma, degenerative and inflammatory arthritis, and nerve compression syndromes
  • Perform soft-tissue, tendon, and nerve reconstruction, including microsurgical procedures as indicated
  • Provide surgical management of hand trauma seen at the GW Hospital Level I Trauma Center, including complex soft-tissue injury where applicable
  • Manage acquired hand deformities and post-traumatic reconstruction
  • Supervise orthopaedic residents and medical students in clinic and the operating room as part of the dedicated Hand rotation
  • Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and support staff to manage day-to-day clinical responsibilities
  • Document care using the GW Hospital / CMG electronic health record

Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: Base salary + annual wRVU-based productivity incentive + academic stipend for GW SMHS teaching, mentorship, and scholarly responsibilities; final amount commensurate with training/experience and determined per CMG Fair Market Value compensation review
  • Sign-on / Relocation: Available as negotiated
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive CMG physician benefits plan, including malpractice/tail coverage
  • PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: CME allowance and professional dues/licensure support
  • Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: [Details to be confirmed with CMG HR]

Qualifications
  • D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school, with successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery/Plastic Surgery/General Surgery residency and completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Hand Surgery
  • Board Certified / Board Eligible by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) with a Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Surgery of the Hand, or equivalent certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery or American Board of Surgery pathway
  • Active or eligible District of Columbia medical license
  • Eligible for and able to maintain medical staff privileges at GW Hospital and a faculty appointment at GW SMHS

Growth & Development
  • Academic rank and track (tenure, clinical, or research) commensurate with training and experience, with a path for promotion through the GW SMHS appointments and promotions process
  • Mentorship, teaching, and academic involvement through supervision of orthopaedic residents and medical students, and participation in scholarly activity (clinical research, case series, QI projects, national presentations)

About the Organization & Community
  • Capital Medical Group (CMG) is the newly established academic physician enterprise providing physician services to The George Washington University Hospital, assuming this role from the GW Medical Faculty Associates (MFA); physicians hold concurrent GW SMHS faculty appointments, preserving GW's academic mission of clinical care, education, and research. GW Hospital is operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS).
  • Located in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of Washington, DC, minutes from the National Mall, with the lifestyle, culture, and professional network of the nation's capital.

About the Organization & Community
Providers with Capital Medical Group deliver high-quality primary care, health screenings and advanced specialized care to adults of the DMV (the District, Maryland, and Virginia). At Capital Medical Group, our specially trained and highly experienced physicians and caregivers treat a wide range of conditions using advanced technologies and minimally invasive techniques. Formerly known as Medical Faculty Associates, we offer wellness services, geriatric services, women's services, and internal medicine, along with specialty care including gastroenterology, a full suite of surgical services, orthopedic services, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, ophthalmology, and more through a network of nearly 20 hospital and care locations, including GW University Hospital, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center, and GW Urgent Care, as well as affiliated sites. We are proud to deliver equitable care to neighbors and communities across the region. Our academic affiliation is with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Our region is known as the seat of American democracy, often recognized for its iconic monuments, world-class museums, and rich political history. It is well known for the National Mall and its historic landmarks, but there is so much more to life in the DMV. The region also has renowned theaters and performance venues, professional sports teams, award-winning dining options, and gorgeous parks and recreation areas nestled in and adjacent to the city, where residents can enjoy the outdoors. And, being an area with three major airports, coupled with its location that is just a few hours from the beaches of Maryland and Delaware, the Shenandoah Mountains, or New York City, all types of experiences are within reach. From the charming neighborhoods of Georgetown and Capitol Hill, to the vibrant and thriving communities in the suburbs of Maryland and Northern Virginia, there are many wonderful communities of people and families who call the DMV home. These communities are served by world-class educational institutions, including some of the nation's leading public and private schools and universities. Simply put, the DMV is a place where history, opportunity, and community converge to make it one of the most dynamic and desirable places to live in the nation.
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