Orthopedic Surgeon | Growing Program + Community Feel with Metro Access

Build your practice quickly while living where work-life balance is real

BJC Medical Group is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join their established team at Parkland Health Center in Farmington, Missouri, located less than an hour from St. Louis.

Practice Details

• Team Collaboration: Join two experienced orthopedic surgeons in a supportive, multi-specialty clinic environment.
• Call Schedule: Participate in a shared call rotation of 1:4, ensuring a manageable work-life balance.
• Scope of Practice: Opportunities available in both general and sub-specialty orthopedic surgery, accommodating various interests and expertise.
• Facilities: Utilize four operating rooms with blocked OR time, attached to a spacious clinic for seamless patient care.
• Referral Network: Benefit from a large patient base supported by well-connected primary care providers.
• Work Schedule: Enjoy a standard 40-hour workweek with EPIC EMR system in place.
• Therapy Services: Easy access to physical and occupational therapy services for comprehensive patient management.
• Visa Sponsorship: J1 visa candidates are welcome to apply through the DRA.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Receive a two-year income guarantee with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Sign-On Bonus: Enjoy a $50,000 signing bonus to assist with your transition.
• Relocation Assistance: Benefit from a $20,000 relocation allowance plus coverage of moving expenses.
• Student Loan Support: Qualify for up to $100,000 in student loan reimbursement assistance.
• Continuing Education: Access a CME allowance with five days allocated for educational activities.
• Time Off: Enjoy four weeks of allotted time off (ATO) annually.
• Retirement 401k
• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and malpractice coverage with tail coverage provided.

About Parkland Health Center

Parkland Health Center comprises a full-service acute-care hospital in Farmington and a three-bed critical access hospital in Bonne Terre. Serving residents of St. Francois County and surrounding areas, the Farmington campus offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services, including a wound care clinic and the Huckstep Heart and Lung Center.

Community Highlights

• Proximity to St. Louis: Enjoy small-town living with easy access to the cultural and recreational amenities of St. Louis, just 68 miles away.
• Outdoor Activities: Engage in hiking, fishing, canoeing, camping, and biking in the surrounding state parks and natural areas.
• Affordable Living: Benefit from no city personal property tax and property tax rates below those of metro areas.
• Community Atmosphere: Experience a welcoming environment with a variety of schools, recreational facilities, and community events.

This opportunity offers a balanced professional environment with a supportive community, making it an excellent choice for an orthopedic surgeon seeking growth and stability.