Orthopedics Physician

Arlington HealthCare; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington HealthCare seeks a BE/BC Orthopedic Joint Surgeon to join a top-ranked healthcare team in Quincy, Illinois. This role offers a competitive salary potential, a supportive work environment with minimal call requirements, and access to a state-of-the-art facility known for high-quality care. Surgeons will collaborate across specialties and benefit from a community-focused organization dedicated to excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• BE/BC Orthopedic Joint Surgeon with expertise in trauma and general orthopedic care.
• Fellowship training in orthopedic trauma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with therapists for treatment and rehabilitation.
• Provide advanced orthopedic care in both surgical and non-surgical settings.
• Participate in a call coverage system if desired.

Skills

Teamwork

Orthopedic Surgery

Pain Management

Education

Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Job description

Job ID: 9379

Practice Details

• Seeking a BE/BC Orthopedic Joint Surgeon to join one of the "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care".
• Light to no call due to the two Orthopedic Trauma surgeons covering Trauma 24/7. If the candidate desires Trauma call, it's possible to cover a few days per month.

Orthopedic Surgery Department:

• Orthopedic Trauma: Home to the region's only level 2 trauma center staffed with two fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma specialists, skilled in cases including fractures, soft tissue injuries, nonunions, malunions, infections, and complex reconstructions.
• Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic: Provides comprehensive care for sports and lifestyle injuries such as fractures, dislocations, and ligament injuries.
• Work and Sports Injuries: Specialists repair shoulder and knee ligament tears, rotator cuff injuries, and more.
• Bone Health: Offers osteoporosis prevention and treatment, with the "Break Free" program certified by the International Geriatric Fracture Society.
• Teamwork: Orthopedic surgeons collaborate with therapists for treatment and rehab.
• Inpatient Rehabilitation: Provides orthopedic care post-surgery or trauma.
• The Amputee Program: Focuses on improving function for amputee patients with specialized care and equipment.
• Minimally-invasive Procedures: Utilizes arthroscopic and blood-sparing surgical techniques.
• Advanced Pain Management: Employs various methods to reduce medication side effects.

Orthopedic Oncology: Diagnoses and treats primary and metastatic bone and soft tissue cancers, including limb reconstruction.

About Employer:

• 70+ physicians, practitioners, and allied health providers across 17 specialties.
• The largest healthcare provider in a 300,000 population tri-state area.
• Operates a 307-bed regional referral center and a critical access hospital.
• Not-for-profit system accepting all patients.
• Recognized as one of the "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care" and ranks in the top 8% nationally for IT development.
• Grade A hospital: Awarded consecutive grade A safety ratings by the Leapfrog Group.

Recruiter's Insight

Earn More and Pay Less: Starting salary for an Orthopedic Surgeon in Upper Extremities ranges from $250,000 to $500,000 more than similar positions in Chicago and St. Louis, with a 30% lower cost of living, offering great financial benefits.

Income Potential: Opportunity to earn in the top 90th percentile in the US.

Housing Market: Average home price is $108,620; a 5-bedroom, 4-bath home of 3,374 sq ft recently sold for $255,000, enabling substantial savings and quality of life.

The Community: Welcoming environment with numerous events for families and newcomers.

About Employer: Committed to long-term retention through excellent compensation and quality of life.

Closest Major Cities:

• 111 miles to Saint Louis, MO
• 178 miles to Kansas City, MO
• 241 miles to Chicago, IL

Colleges and Universities:

• John Wood Community College
• Quincy University
• Western Illinois University
• Southeastern Community College
• Truman State University

Recreation:

• Numerous parks, golf courses, playgrounds, and pools managed by Quincy Park District.

Shopping:

• Quincy Mall offers a variety of stores serving the tri-state area.