Physician Orthopedics - Competitive Salary

Job Description

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a focus on joint replacement to serve a significant community need in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. Fellowship training in arthroplasty or equivalent clinical experience is preferred.


The incoming surgeon will join a large, well-established orthopedic service line that supports comprehensive orthopedic care across Eastern North Carolina.


Position Details
Job Type: Permanent
Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery – Joint Replacement
Location: Roanoke Rapids, NC
Schedule: Full-time
Team: Established practice with 3 surgeons and 3 Physician Assistants
Setting: Outpatient clinic, onsite imaging, physical therapy, and surgical privileges


Role Highlights
Employment through a large regional physician group
Privileges at a local hospital serving a multi-county region
Opportunity available due to retirement
Co-located clinic and rehab department with 7 therapists, 5 therapy assistants, and an in-ground therapy pool
Established total joint program with a designated orthopedic and total joint floor
Built-in referral network and strong community demand
Shared call rotation
Extensive specialty care support including cardiology, nephrology, general surgery, urology, critical care, and wound care
Strong alignment with a regional orthopedic trauma team and system-wide orthopedic service line
Easy access to Interstate 95—1.5 hours from both Richmond, VA and the Research Triangle (Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill)
Close to Lake Gaston, offering excellent work-life balance
Affordable cost of living


Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Annual administrative stipend
Relocation assistance
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Malpractice coverage with tail
401(k) matching and 457b plans
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance


Additionally, eligible candidates may receive:
Loan repayment
Sign-on bonus
Income guarantees
Residency/fellowship commitment stipends


Additional Details
The broader system features an academic and community practice model supported by shared leadership, coordinated services, and opportunities across a wide range of clinical environments—from acute care to ambulatory settings, rural to regional locations, and community to academic roles.
Local hospital services include a variety of medical and surgical specialties, emergency care, primary care, and diagnostic support, serving several counties in northeastern North Carolina.
Roanoke Rapids offers small-town living with access to lakes, rivers, outdoor recreation, and a variety of housing options—from waterfront properties to acreage and established neighborhoods. The region features mild winters, four distinct seasons, local parks, golf, hunting, fishing, and community events, all with an affordable cost of living and strong public and private school options.


About TinkBird Healthcare Staffing
TinkBird is a comprehensive healthcare recruiting and job placement firm for locum tenens and permanent medical placements. Serving nationwide, we focus on providing quality matches, superior customer service with full transparency, and a hassle-free medical staffing experience to both providers and healthcare facilities.


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