Join a Thriving, Well-established Orthopedic Practice with Strong Demand- Alton, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

We are excited to announce an opportunity for an Orthopedic Surgeon to join our esteemed team at Alton Memorial Hospital , conveniently located just 15 minutes from St. Louis, MO. This position is ideal for a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon looking to thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Practice Highlights

• Comprehensive general orthopedic surgery practice
• Possibility to integrate subspecialty interests
• Established referral network to help you build a busy practice quickly
• High-volume practice with a focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance
• Strong support from Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) in both outpatient and inpatient settings
• Minimal call burden with a call schedule of 1:7
• Opportunity to rotate to a nearby clinic in Edwardsville, enhancing patient access

Advanced Surgical Environment

• Utilization of flip rooms in the operating room to enhance efficiency
• Same-day joint replacement program to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care
• Established workflows that support both high surgical volume and lifestyle balance

Well-Equipped Clinic

• Support from 7 Advanced Practice Providers
• Assistance from 9 Medical Assistants and 9 Schedulers
• Collaboration with 2 Athletic Trainers
• Hospitalist service manages patient admissions, allowing you to concentrate on surgical care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive income guarantee for the first two years
• Optional stipend for residents and fellows during training
• Up to $100,000 available for student loan repayment
• Sign-on bonus of $50,000
• Relocation assistance and coverage for moving expenses
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance provided
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage included
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance with dedicated time off

Hospital Affiliation

Alton Memorial Hospital is part of a leading nonprofit health system recognized nationally for excellence in patient care. The facility is currently undergoing a $50 million expansion of its operating rooms, expected to be completed by Fall 2027, which will introduce state-of-the-art surgical suites and increased capacity.

Role Purpose

The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure optimal patient care and safety in collaboration with attending staff and nursing teams. Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the medical care of assigned patients
• Work collaboratively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to achieve excellent clinical outcomes
• Conduct and document patient histories and physical examinations as per hospital regulations
• Supervise and mentor medical students and residents, addressing their educational needs

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Doctorate in Medicine
• Experience: 2-5 years in a relevant field
• Supervisor Experience: Not required
• Licenses & Certifications: Must be a licensed physician

Benefits and Legal Statement

We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available from the first day of the month following your hire date
• Disability insurance covered by the organization
• Annual 4% automatic retirement contribution
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Tuition assistance available from day one
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Paid time off that combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

For more details, please refer to our Benefits Summary. Note that not all benefits apply to every position.

This job description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required for this position. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.