Orthopedics Physician

Summit Recruiting Group; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Total Joint Reconstruction. Join a collaborative team and enjoy a flexible work environment with access to advanced surgical technology. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and a vibrant community lifestyle.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus and RVU upside

Employer-paid malpractice coverage

CME and licensure allowance

Generous relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Eligible for or hold a current New Mexico medical license.
• Preferably 2+ years of experience, though new graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Performing total joint replacement surgeries using ROSA robots.
• Managing 24-28 pre- and post-op patients on clinic days.
• Participating in light phone-based call.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

MD or DO from an accredited institution

Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery

Tools

EPIC EMR

ROSA robotic systems

Job description

Orthopedic Surgeon Total Joint Reconstruction - Santa Fe, New Mexico

Position Details

We are seeking a dedicated Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Total Joint Reconstruction to join our community-based, private, not-for-profit health system. Serving more than 300,000 residents across seven counties in Northern New Mexico, our organization is the region's only full-service healthcare provider and a Level III Trauma Center.

You will be part of a collaborative, high-performing orthopedic team committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care. This opportunity offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time employment, with support from a 1:1 advanced practice provider and access to cutting-edge surgical technology including ROSA robotic systems.

Responsibilities include:

1. Performing total joint replacement surgeries using ROSA robots
2. Managing 24-28 pre- and post-op patients on clinic days
3. Participating in light phone-based call (1-week blocks, shared with 18 providers, no hospital visits required)
4. Working at both the orthopedic clinic and main hospital campus (2.6 miles apart)
5. Engaging in monthly total joint committee meetings
6. Utilizing EPIC EMR
7. Occasionally mentoring family medicine residents

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution
• Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery (focus in Total Joint Reconstruction)
• Eligible for or hold a current New Mexico medical license
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Preferably 2+ years of experience, though new graduates are welcome to apply

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus and RVU upside
• Employed model within a stable, mission-minded health system
• Immediate volume opportunity
• Employer-paid malpractice coverage
• CME and licensure allowance
• Generous relocation assistance

Community Details

Santa Fe, NM, consistently ranked among the best cities to live in the U.S., offers a unique lifestyle at the base of the Rockies with more than 300 days of sunshine per year. Residents enjoy all four seasons, with opportunities for hiking, skiing, biking, fishing, and exploring the area’s vibrant arts and culinary scene. With short commutes, a welcoming culture, and beautiful natural surroundings, Santa Fe blends professional opportunity with exceptional quality of life.