Physician - MD/DO - Orthopedic Surgeon

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Community Description:

About SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee:

SSM Health is seeking a Board Certified General Orthopedic Surgeon to join and help expand orthopedic services in Shawnee, Oklahoma . This is an excellent opportunity to build a thriving practice in a physician-friendly community where providers are highly respected and well-supported .

  Opportunity Highlights:

• Full-time, Monday–Friday with a flexible schedule
• Five large OR's
• OR time: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Call: Relatively light (approximately 7 days per month)
• Practice mix: ~80% outpatient / 20% surgical
• Estimated volume: 5–7 procedures per week while building
• Clinic volume: Up to 20+ patients per day in clinic, a couple of days per week
• No existing panel – ideal for a surgeon looking to build quickly
• New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply

  Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Eligible for Oklahoma medical licensure

  Practice & Scope:

• Broad general orthopedics with a wide variety of cases, including:
• Fractures
• Knees
• Elbows
• Emergency Department consults
• Some joint replacement
• Experience or interest in joint replacement and revisions is a plus
• The current full-time surgeon is sports medicine fellowship trained
• Join a growing service line with only one full-time orthopedic surgeon currently on s taff

  Facilities & Support:

• Standalone orthopedic clinic located directly across the street from the hospital
• 12 exam rooms
• On-site X-ray
• Strong SSM Health referral network
• Two physical therapy clinics:
• One on the main hospital campus
• One located 3–4 miles away at another SSM outpatient clinic

  Why Shawnee?

Shawnee is known as a physician-friendly community where providers are well-respected and truly valued. It offers a welcoming environment, strong patient relationships, and the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee has been serving the health needs of Pottawatomie County and surrounding areas for more than 50 years, offering a wide range of services in state-of-the art facility with physicians and staff who are dedicated to providing exceptional health care consistent with our Mission. For 2026, the Chartis Center for Rural Health has named SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee one of the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals.

Shawnee combines rich history, vibrant culture, and small-town charm with the added convenience of being just 30 minutes from Oklahoma City. The city honors its deep-rooted heritage with museums, festivals, and local art. Downtown offers unique shops, cozy caf&233;s, and a welcoming community vibe. With a strong focus on education, thanks to institutions like Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee fosters a welcoming and community-driven environment. Affordable housing, excellent schools, and a friendly atmosphere make it an ideal place for health care professionals to grow their careers while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It?s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.