Orthopedic Surgeon opening east of Kalamazoo, MI

Seeking a BE/BC Orthopedic Surgeon to join our practice east of Kalamazoo, Michigan. Employed by hospital; 36 hrs patient care/week + 4 hrs admin time Succession planning for upcoming retirement (within 1 to 1-1/2 yrs) Stryker Mako SmartRobotics™ system Team consists of 3 Ortho docs, 3 Ortho APPs + 1 additional Ortho APP who works at a nearby Express Care (also receiving ortho appts and ortho walk-ins). Plus, Site Manager, and support staff CALL: 7 to 8 shifts/month (to include 1 weekend/month). Also utilizing a local independent covering 1 weekend per month EMR: Athena (clinic), Cerner (hospital) Compensation & Benefits Guaranteed base salary for 2 years; inclusion in Physician Comp Plan Commencement bonus/loan Student debt allowance Moving allowance PTO - paid time off CME expense account & time off Medical benefits, personal savings plan, family fitness membership Collegial medical and administrative staffs allowing you the ability to focus on your patients Allows a great work/personal life balance About the Area Living here offers the charm of a walkable, historic small town paired with easy access to big-city opportunities: beautifully preserved architecture, a lively downtown with local shops and cafés, strong schools, and a close-knit community feel make day-to-day life comfortable and welcoming, while nature lovers enjoy nearby rivers, parks, and trails. It’s conveniently located just minutes from Battle Creek, about 40 minutes from Kalamazoo, roughly an hour from Ann Arbor and Lansing, and within a comfortable drive to Detroit or even Chicago for weekend trips, concerts, major sporting events, and international airports—giving you peaceful hometown living without feeling isolated from major metro energy and career options. #J-18808-Ljbffr