Orthopedic Surgeon, Established Practice + Immediate Patient Demand

Walk into a full schedule with a collaborative, experienced care team.

A well-established and highly successful orthopedic team just outside St. Louis is seeking a Board-Certified/Board- Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join its growing practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a surgeon looking for immediate volume, excellent support, and sustainable work-life balance. Competative Compensation:

• $50,000 signing bonus,
• relocation plus expenses,
• $2,000/month while you complete Fellowship,
• 2-year income guarantee and much more
• Student loan reimbursment

Practice Highlights

• Full-scope general orthopedic surgery with flexibility to incorporate subspecialty interests
• Strong referral network driving immediate patient volume
• High-volume practice with a focus on efficiency and balance
• Robust APP support in both clinic and inpatient settings
• Minimal call burden – APPs take first call
• Call schedule: 1:7
• Opportunity to expand into a nearby clinic serving a growing population

Efficient Surgical Environment

• Access to flip-room OR setup for enhanced productivity
• Established same-day joint replacement program
• Streamlined workflows supporting both volume and quality care
• Dedicated hospitalist service manages admissions so you can focus on surgery

Well-Resourced Clinic

• 7 Advanced Practice Providers
• 9 Medical Assistants
• 9 Schedulers
• 2 Athletic Trainers

Hospital Affiliation

Alton Memorial Hospital is part of BJC HealthCare, one of the nation’s leading nonprofit health systems.

• Nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in Hip Fracture Care
• $50 million Operating Room expansion underway, with completion anticipated in Fall 2027, bringing state-of-the-art surgical suites and expanded capacity
• Established team with efficient OR workflows and strong surgical volume

For additional information please contact:

Rachel Murray
Advisor, Talent - Physician
📧 rachel.murray@bjc.org

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Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area.

Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world’s best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care.

BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas.

Alton Orthopedic Clinic is located in Alton, IL.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Ensures optimal care and promotes safety of patients admitted to assigned service in cooperation with the private attending staff and nursing staff. Communicates with staff, patients, and families.

Responsibilities

Manages the medical care of assigned patients.Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the health care team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes.Performs and documents histories and physicals in the patient's medical record as required by hospital by-laws.Supervises and instructs medical students and residents assigned to service. Assists in the learning needs of residents and students as assessed.Minimum Requirements

Education

Doctorate - Medicine

Experience

2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Licensed Physician
Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary .

• Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer