General Orthopedic Surgeon | Immediate Volume | Edinburg, TX

South Texas Health System; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

South Texas Health System in Edinburg, TX seeks a full-time, Board-Certified/Eligible General Orthopedic Surgeon to join a growing private practice. Immediate, high-volume caseload with a competitive compensation package and relocation/signing bonus are offered.

Responsibilities include broad general orthopedics, trauma, fractures, and joint reconstruction across inpatient and ambulatory settings. Collaboration with a strong team and potential call sharing are available.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery by ABOS or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency; fellowship training welcomed but not required for this generalist role
• Active Texas medical license or eligible to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic care across inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings including trauma/fracture management and joint reconstruction
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including APPs and administrative staff
• Option to participate in shared call schedule to ensure continuity of patient care

Skills

Orthopedic Surgeon

Spanish language advantage

Education

Orthopedic Surgery residency

Fellowship training (optional)

Tools

Cerner EMR

Surgical navigation

Job description

General Orthopedic Surgeon | Immediate Volume | Edinburg, TX

A premier, highly successful private practice in Edinburg, Texas, is seeking a full-time, Board-Certified/Board-Eligible General Orthopedic Surgeon to join their growing team. This exceptional opportunity offers a highly competitive compensation package and the unique advantage of stepping into an immediate, high-volume patient base within the rapidly growing Rio Grande Valley.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Schedule / Hours: Standard clinical and surgical hours
• Call: Option for call, shared equitably with the existing orthopedic surgery team
• Patient Volume: Immediate, high-volume caseload from day one
• Location: Edinburg, Texas (Rio Grande Valley)
• Practice Setting: Established private practice orthopedic group
• Support / Care Team: Comprehensive multidisciplinary team, including dedicated practice development and marketing support
• EMR / Technology: Cerner EMR, state-of-the-art orthopedic technology, including surgical navigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Clinical Excellence: Provide comprehensive orthopedic care—including general orthopedics, trauma, fracture management, and joint reconstruction—across inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings.
• Collaboration: Partner effectively with a skilled team of physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), and robust administrative support staff.
• Call Management: Option to participate in the shared call schedule to ensure seamless, continuous patient care.

Compensation & Benefits

• Earnings: Highly competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Incentives: Generous signing bonus and comprehensive relocation assistance
• Retirement & Equity: 401(k) with company match plus an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Full Benefits: Premium health, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) or equivalent.
• Training: Successful completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency; fellowship training is welcomed but not required for this generalist role.
• Licensure: Active (or eligible to obtain) Texas medical license
• Languages: Spanish language skills are a valuable asset but not required

Growth & Development

• Partnership Track: Clear pathways to physician partnership
• Professional Subspecialty Focus: Supported avenues for academic involvement and practice development
• Leadership: Mentorship and leadership opportunities within a comprehensive regional orthopedic program

About the Organization & Community

The Rio Grande Valley is a vibrant, multicultural, and bilingual region home to over 1.8 million residents. It offers a low cost of living, top-tier safe neighborhoods, and an exceptional quality of life. Residents enjoy a warm climate, year-round sunshine, excellent golfing, and weekend trips to the pristine beaches of South Padre Island. The region is highly accessible, served by three major local airports that provide seamless national and international travel.