Physician - MD/DO - Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Physician Moms Group; Bridgeton, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health DePaul Hospital seeks an exceptional, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle to join our Center of Excellence. This full‑time opportunity offers immediate patient volume and a chance to contribute to growth of the program.

You will work with a collaborative team, access advanced navigation systems and robotic platforms, and benefit from built‑in referrals, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive leadership culture.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery.
• Exceptional technical skills in foot and ankle arthroplasty.

Responsibilities

• Join our established, respected orthopedic team.
• Step into an existing patient panel with a robust surgical schedule.
• Play a crucial part in expanding the DePaul Orthopedic Center of Excellence.
• Help reduce wait times and improve access for new patients.

Skills

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Job description

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Community Description:

About SSM Health DePaul Hospital:

Join the Premier Orthopedic Center of Excellence in Missouri

SSM Health DePaul Hospital seeks an exceptional, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle to join our distinguished Center of Excellence. This opportunity presents the ideal setting for a skilled surgeon who aspires to practice at the highest level while making a significant impact on our growing program.

Position Overview:

• Full-Time Opportunity: 1.0 FTE position with our established, respected orthopedic team
• Immediate Patient Volume: Step into an existing patient panel with a robust surgical schedule
• Growth-Focused Role: Play a crucial part in expanding the DePaul Orthopedic Center of Excellence
• Enhanced Access: Help reduce wait times and improve access for new patients seeking specialized care
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside nationally recognized orthopedic surgeons committed to excellence

The SSM Health DePaul Hospital Difference:

Our Orthopedic Center of Excellence stands apart from others through:

• Recently completed a $22 million project to create a destination orthopedic center
• Expanded SSM Health Joint Replacement Center, an inpatient unit with its 9th Gold Seal designation from the Joint Commission
• Unmatched commitment to surgical excellence and outstanding outcomes
• Dedication to evidence-based, innovative approaches to joint replacement
• Comprehensive, multidisciplinary care model
• State-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology
• Supportive leadership invested in your success
• Culture of continuous improvement and advancement

Practice Advantages:

• Built-In Referral Network: Benefit from our extensive on-site referral network providing consistent patient volume
• Advanced Technology: Access to the latest surgical navigation systems and robotic-assisted platforms
• Dedicated OR Teams: Work with specialized staff experienced in joint replacement procedures
• Comprehensive Support: Dedicated clinic staff, surgical coordinators, and administrative support
• Streamlined Processes: Efficient clinical pathways and protocols to optimize patient care

The Ideal Candidate:

We're seeking a surgeon who demonstrates:

• Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery
• Exceptional technical skills in foot and ankle arthroplasty
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
• Drive to contribute to program growth and development
• Collaborative approach to working within a team environment
• Interest in cutting-edge techniques and technological advancements
• Missouri licensure or eligibility

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Productivity-based incentives
• Generous sign-on bonus and relocation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust retirement plan with employer contribution
• Substantial CME allowance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Student loan repayment options
• Academic appointment opportunities

Join Our Mission:

This is more than a jobit's an opportunity to join a team that's setting new standards in orthopedic care. If you're passionate about surgical excellence, committed to compassionate patient care, and ready to be busy from day one in a practice that distinguishes itself through unmatched excellence, we invite you to apply.

Opened in 1828, SSM Health DePaul Hospital is a 540‑bed, full‑service Catholic hospital. SSM DePaul Hospital was the first hospital west of the Mississippi River and remains the oldest continuously existing business in St. Louis. Today, SSM DePaul Hospital serves patients from across the St. Louis metropolitan area, with a concentration in the surrounding communities of Bridgeton, Florissant, Hazelwood, St. Ann, Olivette, St. John, Maryland Heights, and Overland in Missouri. SSM Health DePaul Hospital offers comprehensive medical care, with all private rooms in a convenient, central location, and offers the most advanced technology and procedures, including spine, knee, hip, and weight loss surgery.

Orthopedic specialists at the SSM Health Orthopedics Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital campus are known throughout the St. Louis region for offering the most advanced surgical and nonsurgical musculoskeletal treatments. The Joint Replacement Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital is a nationally certified Center of Excellence in Orthopedics and was the first in the St. Louis region to earn this national distinction from The Joint Commission. Expert surgeons give patients and their families in North County and the surrounding areas access to the most comprehensive orthopedic, total joint replacement, and sports medicine care.

Bridgeton, Missouri is an established North St. Louis County community that offers residents a convenient home base with easy access to the amenities of the greater St. Louis metro area. Residents can enjoy local dining, shopping, parks, and recreation, along with nearby access to St. Louis attractions, cultural destinations, major sports venues, entertainment, and regional employment centers. With its neighborhood feel and strong connection to the broader metro area, Bridgeton offers a practical, well‑located place to live while staying close to everything St. Louis has to offer.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.