Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Hire – Orthopedic Surgeon

Location: Nashville, TN Practice Type: Independent, Physician‑Owned Orthopedic Group Position Type: Full-Time, Partnership Track Ideal Start: Fellowship graduates in 2026 or 2027 , or early‑career surgeons

Overview

A premier independent orthopedic practice in Middle Tennessee is seeking a fellowship‑trained Orthopedic Surgeon who is ready to build, grow, and lead. This is a rare opportunity to join a respected physician‑owned group with nearly two decades of community presence, a 40,000+ established patient base, and immediate surgical demand.

The ideal candidate is a surgeon who thinks like a builder—someone who values autonomy, long-term relationships, and the chance to shape the future of a thriving private practice. This group offers true ownership potential, strong physician leadership, and an entrepreneurial environment in one of the fastest-growing markets in Tennessee.

Key Highlights of the Practice

• Independent, physician-owned orthopedic group
• Nearly 20 years serving the Middle Tennessee community
• 40,000+ established patients
• Immediate patient demand and rapid ramp-up
• New Ambulatory Surgery Center under development
• Integrated Physical Therapy & Imaging
• Long-term partnership opportunities
• Strong physician leadership and collaborative culture
• Entrepreneurial environment with real influence on practice growth
• Located in the high-growth East Nashville market

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality orthopedic surgical and clinical care
• Build and grow a patient panel within a high-demand market
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including PT, imaging, and surgical staff
• Participate in practice development, strategic planning, and ASC expansion
• Deliver patient-centered care with a focus on long-term outcomes
• Engage in leadership opportunities within the practice
• Contribute to the continued growth of an independent orthopedic model

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate degree (MD or DO)
• Fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon (any subspecialty considered)
• Eligible for or currently holding a Tennessee medical license
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Strong surgical and clinical skills
• Excellent communication and patient engagement abilities

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Fellowship-trained surgeon finishing in 2026 or 2027 , or early-career orthopedic surgeon
• Desires autonomy and meaningful influence in private practice
• Interested in building and growing a long-term patient base
• Comfortable in an independent, physician-owned environment
• Has a long-term mindset with interest in future ownership
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and entrepreneurial
• Motivated to help shape one of Middle Tennessee's premier orthopedic groups

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Partnership track with real ownership potential
• ASC involvement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits
• Supportive onboarding with immediate patient volume