Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated orthopedic surgeon to join our team at Nevada Regional Medical Center, a rural, community-focused hospital serving a population of approximately 20,000. This position offers the opportunity to build and grow orthopedic services while providing essential specialty care close to home for our community.This role is ideal for a physician interested in practicing broad-spectrum orthopedics in a supportive rural setting while making a meaningful impact on patient access to care.About the PracticeGeneral orthopedic surgery practiceOpportunity to develop and expand orthopedic servicesEvaluate and treat a broad range of orthopedic conditions including: Joint pain and arthritisFractures and traumaSports-related injuriesDegenerative joint conditionsHand, wrist, shoulder, hip, and knee conditionsMix of outpatient clinic and surgical casesAccess to operating room and procedural servicesFlexible clinic schedulingLimited inpatient consults as neededHospital & Community71-bed rural hospitalEmergency Department with approximately 30 patients per 24 hoursEstablished primary care referral networkNext closest tertiary care center located over 60 miles awayStrong need for local orthopedic services to reduce patient travelIdeal setting for physicians seeking autonomy and community impactClinical Support & ResourcesOperating room and surgical support staffAdvanced imaging services availableCollaborative primary care and hospitalist teamsOn-call specialty support (not 24/7)Established transfer relationships for higher-acuity casesSupportive administration focused on service line growthQualificationsMD or DO, eligible for Missouri medical licensureBoard Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic SurgeryEligible for hospital medical staff privilegesInterest in rural medicine and program development preferredCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive salary aligned with rural specialty practiceRelocation assistance availablePosition may qualify for HRSA loan repaymentMalpractice insurance providedCME allowance and professional development supportSupportive leadership and collaborative medical staffWhy Join Us?This role is ideal for an orthopedic surgeon seeking meaningful patient relationships, a manageable pace of practice, and the opportunity to establish specialty services that significantly improve access to care in a rural community.