Orthopedic Surgeon

Vernon Health; Viroqua (WI); On-site; USD 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Health in Viroqua, Wisconsin, is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to provide expert care for upper and lower extremity conditions in a collaborative rural setting. You will perform surgeries with access to robotic equipment and work with a multidisciplinary team to expand Vernon Health’s orthopedic program.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, team communication, and building lasting relationships with the community served in the Driftless Region.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution and completion of an Orthopedic Surgery residency program.
• Wisconsin medical license or ability to obtain one.
• Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat orthopedic conditions of the upper and lower extremities.
• Perform general orthopedic surgery, including robotic-assisted cases, in modern surgical suites.
• Collaborate with primary care, nursing, rehabilitation, and care team members.
• Maintain accurate medical records in compliance with Vernon Health standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MD or DO

Orthopedic Surgery residency

Job description

Orthopedic Surgeon Job in Viroqua, WI | Vernon Health

Vernon Health, an independent, non-profit healthcare provider and Critical Access Hospital serving Viroqua, Wisconsin and the Driftless Region since 1951, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Orthopedic Surgeon to join our growing orthopedic specialty program. This physician opportunity offers the chance to provide patient-centered orthopedic care in a collaborative rural healthcare setting with modern clinic and surgical resources.

Join Vernon Health as an Orthopedic Surgeon

As a trusted independent, non-profit healthcare provider serving the Driftless Region, Vernon Health offers a mission-driven environment where physicians can build meaningful patient relationships and help expand access to orthopedic specialty care close to home.

Orthopedic Surgeon Position Overview

As an Orthopedic Surgeon at Vernon Health, you will provide expert orthopedic care, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of conditions related to the upper and lower extremities. This includes trauma, degenerative disorders, nerve compression, congenital abnormalities, and general orthopedic cases. You will work with a multidisciplinary care team in our modern medical office building clinic and surgical suites, helping develop and expand Vernon Health’s orthopedic specialty program to meet the needs of patients throughout Viroqua, Vernon County, and the Driftless Region.

Orthopedic Surgeon Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions affecting the upper and lower extremities.
• Perform general orthopedic surgery cases in state-of-the-art surgical suites, including use of robotic equipment.
• Collaborate with primary care providers, nursing services, rehabilitation services, and other members of the patient care team.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records in compliance with Vernon Health standards.

Orthopedic Surgeon Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution and completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency program.
• Valid Wisconsin medical license (or ability to obtain).
• Board certification or board eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to Vernon Health’s Vernon Virtues: Kindness, Communication, Growth, Appreciation, and Collaboration.

Why Choose Vernon Health for Your Orthopedic Surgery Career?

• Supportive healthcare culture focused on professional growth, teamwork, communication, and respectful collaboration.
• Meaningful community impact through a healthcare system rooted in Viroqua, Vernon County, and the Driftless Region.

Live and Work in Viroqua, Wisconsin

Viroqua offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere, a thriving Main Street, access to outdoor recreation, and a strong sense of community. Located in Wisconsin’s scenic Driftless Region, Viroqua is an ideal place for physicians and healthcare professionals seeking career purpose and work-life balance.

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