Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Orthopedic in Herrin, IL

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Orthopedic
Location: Herrin, IL
Employer: AAS Locum Tenens
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to establish and grow an elective orthopedic and total joints practice in Williamson County, Illinois. This is a unique opportunity to build a high-volume elective practice from a strong foundation with the support of an established health system, dedicated APP assistance, and a collaborative orthopedic team.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Build and lead an elective orthopedic surgery practice with a primary focus on total joints and adult reconstruction.
• Dedicated OR block time available Monday through Friday.
• Dedicated Advanced Practice Provider support.
• Hospitalist team manages admissions for most inpatient cases.
• Strong administrative and clinical infrastructure to support practice growth.
• Limited acute orthopedic and fracture coverage.
• Complex trauma cases transferred to orthopedic traumatology specialists within the health system.
• Opportunity to shape and grow a new orthopedic service line.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $500,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• CME allowance
• Paid onboarding and credentialing
• Full malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Predictable schedule that supports excellent work-life balance

Requirements:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Eligible for Illinois medical licensure and hospital privileges.
• Interest in building and growing an elective orthopedic surgery practice.
• Comfortable managing a limited amount of acute orthopedic and fracture care.

Preferred

• Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction and Total Joint Replacement.
• Experience developing referral networks and growing elective surgical volume.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered, high-quality orthopedic care.