Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery Physician

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR); Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance coverage

CME allowance

Retirement plan options

Generous paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc. (NEHCR) is actively seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon for a physician-owned practice in Lafayette, Louisiana. This unique opportunity emphasizes clinical autonomy and individualized patient care within a subspecialty-focused environment. The successful candidate will diagnose and treat various conditions, perform advanced surgical procedures, and collaborate with a dedicated surgical team. Competitive compensation including productivity incentives, equity partnership track, and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Louisiana.
• Alignment with a high-touch, patient-focused subspecialty practice model.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat foot and ankle conditions.
• Perform advanced surgical procedures in Foot & Ankle.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in practice development initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency

Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery

Job description

We are seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon to join a highly specialized, physician-owned private practice in Lafayette, LA. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a boutique, subspecialty-focused environment—distinct from traditional high-volume, multi-specialty orthopedic groups.

Our model emphasizes clinical autonomy, individualized patient care, and a collaborative team of fellowship-trained surgeons dedicated to excellence in orthopedic subspecialty care.

Practice Highlights

• Physician-owned, boutique orthopedic practice
• Subspecialty-driven model (Foot & Ankle focus)
• Emphasis on quality over volume
• Collaborative, highly skilled clinical team
• Opportunity for equity partnership
• Strong commitment to physician autonomy and decision-making

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat a broad range of foot and ankle conditions, including acute injuries and chronic disorders
• Perform advanced surgical procedures within the Foot & Ankle subspecialty
• Develop individualized treatment plans with a patient-centered approach
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in practice development and growth initiatives

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency
• Fellowship training in Foot & Ankle Surgery
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Eligible for medical licensure in Louisiana
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Alignment with a high-touch, patient-focused subspecialty practice model

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity-based incentives
• Equity partnership track
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• CME allowance
• Retirement plan options
• Generous paid time off
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)