Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon - Mercy Orthopedic Hospital Fort Smith, Arkansas

Overview MercyOrthopedics is currently seeking a board certified or board eligible physician to join our practice in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Mercy Orthopedics is powered by 10 physicians, 4 PAs and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care. Mercy Clinic Orthopedics Responsibilities Work with very strong experienced group Strong partnership with high quality hospitalist service Epic is our system-wide electronic medical record Teaching Affiliation with Arkansas Osteopathic School of Medicine with ability to have medical students in clinic with a stipend Opportunity to work with Mercy Fort Smith IM and FM residencies System wide EPIC EMR Diversity of cases due to the 13-county rural catchment area Benefits and Compensation Integrated health system with a competitive income guarantee and productivity-based model to follow Significant commencement bonus and resident/fellow stipends available Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME Retirement plans available with employer matching options Relocation assistance and professional liability coverage provided As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Community and Location Fort Smith and its surrounding areas offer an excellent quality of life and scenic mountain views Enjoy proximity to lakes and streams for fishing, kayaking, and boating Live in neighborhoods close to the hospital or in more rural settings within 20 minutes Access golf, tennis, hiking, biking, running, and multiple gyms Fort Smith rated #4 city in the US for lowest cost of living by Kiplinger magazine Population around 90,000; third largest city in Arkansas Quality education options and nearby colleges and universities Regional airport for convenient travel Mercy physicians are pioneering a new model of care in a physician-led, multi-specialty system across seven states with 43 hospitals and a robust virtual care platform. The organization emphasizes physician leadership and collaborative care with a focus on patient- and consumer-centric experiences. AA/EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans #J-18808-Ljbffr