Orthopedics Physician

Orthopedic / Total Joint Surgeon opening in Santa Fe, NM Full-time; PermanentEmployed Overview : Seeking a dedicated orthopedic surgeon to join our expanding team and help provide exceptional care to our patients. While we prefer a full-time physician, this role offers the flexibility of less-than-full-time employment, as mutually agreed upon with the employer. The physician in this role will have the opportunity to perform surgical procedures specializing in joint reconstruction, design and implement individualized treatment plans, encompassing preoperative and postoperative care, rehabilitation, and patient education, as well as : Manage approximately 24-28 pre-and post-op patients on clinic daysCollaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver holistic and personalized careMaintain accurate, comprehensive medical records, documenting patient progress, surgical outcomes, and follow-up care plansUtilize EPIC EMR in all practice settingsParticipate in monthly total joint committee membership meetingsParticipate in light practice call (phone-based) with no hospital visits required. Call coverage involves 1-week block rotations shared among 18 providersWork with a 1-to-1 physician-to-advanced practitioner ratioProvide care at the main orthopedic clinic and the main hospital campus, located approximately 2.6 miles apartOccasionally mentor family medicine residents during their rotations, coordinated by the orthopedic clinic managerReceive referrals from a wide range of sources, including internal organization providers, local emergency departments, urgent care centers, and community partners from across Northern New MexicoComp / Benefits : Competitive Compensation & BenefitsSign-On Bonus & Relocation AssistanceCME AllowanceComprehensive Malpractice and Tail CoverageNo State Income TaxStudent Loan Repayment Qualifications : Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.Board certification in Orthopedic Surgery with a focus on Total Joint Reconstruction.Current and unrestricted medical license.Demonstrated excellence in total joint reconstructive surgery through clinical experience.Exceptional communication skills.Collaborative and pleasant attitude with the ability to foster patient trust and understanding.Prefer 2 years of experience but new graduates will be considered.About the Area : Santa Fe is just about 60 miles from AlbuquerqueIt is the capital city of the U.S. state of New MexicoA city with a rich history and a vibrant communityPerfect place to find adventures such as bike, hike, camp, climb, golf, and skiOne of the largest art markets in the US and it's food is an art form all its own.