Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon Private Practice

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Support from experienced clinical staff

Long-term investment opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment firm in Lafayette, LA, is seeking a fellowship-trained Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon to join a growing team. This opportunity allows for building a thriving subspecialty practice with support from a multidisciplinary group. The ideal candidate will possess an MD or DO, relevant board certification, and a completed fellowship. With flexible scheduling and a strong internal referral network, this role promises a fulfilling work-life balance and exceptional earning potential.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery needed.
• Completion of a fellowship in Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery is mandatory.
• Eligible for unrestricted Louisiana medical license.
• Strong clinical skills and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Join a collegial team providing high-quality musculoskeletal care.
• Build a thriving subspecialty practice.
• Benefit from a robust referral network.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Team-oriented mindset

Commitment to excellence in patient care

Team-oriented

Clinical excellence

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

Completion of a fellowship in Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery

Eligible for an unrestricted Louisiana medical license

Job description

A well-established private practice specializing in orthopedics, neurosurgery, and spine care in Lafayette, LA. is seeking a fellowship-trained Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon to join our growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a thriving subspecialty practice with the support of an integrated, multidisciplinary group in one of the Midwest’s most dynamic and livable cities.

Position Highlights:

• Modern clinic and surgical facilities. Long-term opportunities for investment in the clinic, surgical hospital, and affiliated real estate.
• Compensation: First-year guaranteed salary based on MGMA benchmarks, followed by a direct billing/physician fee model offering exceptional earning potential.
• Referral Volume: Benefit from a robust internal referral network and shared new patient visits to help ramp up quickly and build a busy, focused practice.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a collegial team of orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and spine specialists dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality musculoskeletal care.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling and support from experienced clinical staff contribute to a sustainable and rewarding practice model.

Requirements:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Completion of a fellowship in Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery
• Eligible for an unrestricted Louisiana medical license
• Strong clinical skills, a team-oriented mindset, and commitment to excellence in patient care
• New fellowship graduates and experienced surgeons are encouraged to apply