Orthopedic Surgeon

Moab Regional Hospital; Moab (UT); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Student loan repayment program

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Continuing Medical Education stipend

Job summary

A critical access hospital in Utah is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join their surgical team. This full-time position offers comprehensive orthopedic care in a rural setting. Ideal candidates should possess strong surgical skills, adaptability, and a commitment to community health. The role includes responsibilities for both inpatient and outpatient care, along with competitive benefits such as a signing bonus and student loan repayment program. Join a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or Board-certified in orthopedic surgery.
• Active, unrestricted license to practice in Utah.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care.
• Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal conditions.
• Perform general orthopedic surgeries.
• Provide on-call coverage to the Emergency Department.

Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Surgical skills

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency

Job description

Join our Surgical Team at Moab Regional Hospital!

Position Summary

Moab Regional Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join our dedicated surgical team. This is a full-time, employed position offering a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive orthopedic care in a rural community setting. The ideal candidate is a skilled, adaptable surgeon who values collaboration, autonomy, and the opportunity to help build and shape a growing orthopedic program.

This position includes:

• Signing bonus
• Student loan repayment program (with potential for additional $120K state match)
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution, 403B and 457B
• Paid medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• 6.25 weeks of paid time off and 6 paid holidays
• Continuing Medical Education stipend
• Collegial, team-oriented environment with excellent support staff
• Opportunity to lead and build an expanding orthopedic program
• Established patient base and strong demand for services
• Better to be transparent

Credentials and Licensure

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency program Board-eligible or Board-certified in orthopedic surgery (ABOS or equivalent)
• Active, unrestricted license (or eligibility for licensure) to practice medicine in the State of Utah

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide both inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care, including consultations, procedures, and surgical interventions
• Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions (fractures, degenerative joint disease, sports injuries, trauma)
• Perform general orthopedic surgeries such as joint replacement, fracture fixation, and ligament/tendon repairs
• Provide emergency orthopedic care in collaboration with emergency and trauma teams
• Deliver post-operative care, rehabilitation guidance, and follow-up management
• Provide on-call coverage to the Emergency Department.
• Deliver high-quality general orthopedic care
• Demonstrate adaptability and independence in managing diverse and urgent cases
• Participate in hospital leadership and development of orthopedic service lines
• Support and mentor advanced practice providers (PAs/NPs) and clinical staff
• Engage in continuous program development to expand access and services in the region
• Willingness to participate in outreach clinics

Teamwork and Community Engagement

• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals
• Foster strong relationships with patients, families, and referring providers
• Participate in community health outreach and education initiatives to promote orthopedic wellness
• Participate in community events as an orthopedic ambassador

About Moab Regional Hospital

Moab Regional Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit critical access hospital and Level IV Trauma Center providing comprehensive medical care to southeastern Utah and the Four Corners region. We are committed to exceptional patient care, community health, and a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.

What’s great about working at Moab Regional Hospital?

We have an amazing team here at Moab Regional Hospital, with a skilled group of healthcare providers and physicians from a wide range of specialties who are committed to the Moab community. Every healthcare professional who works here at MRH cares about our patients because these are our friends, neighbors, and our family members.

Moab Regional Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace, and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Moab Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Moab Regional Hospital makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.