Physician - Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon - Fargo, ND

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 630,900 - 771,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Flexible scheduling and generous time off

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking an Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon in Fargo, North Dakota. This opportunity in a thriving team offers a supportive setting, where you will be able to provide quality care in a comprehensive environment, supported by advanced practices and a strong referral base.

The position comes with generous compensation packages, ongoing education options, and a variety of benefits to support your well-being and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Fellowship-trained Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Experience in trauma center settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a thriving team as a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon.
• Provide patient care and surgery for hand and upper extremity issues.
• Work within a stable clinician-led organization.

Job description

Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon Opportunity

Fargo, North Dakota

Position Overview

Join a thriving and established team as a fellowship-trained Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon within a stable, clinician-led organization. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Practice Highlights

• Call Coverage: Primary call coverage by advanced practice clinicians with a general call schedule of 1:6, allowing you to maintain your skills with a lighter volume.
• Collaborative Environment: 24/7 hospitalist coverage with a strong and collaborative group.
• Team Composition: Fellowship-trained specialists in hand and upper extremity, sports medicine, adult reconstruction, and a sports medicine medical orthopedic physician.

Essentia Health – Fargo Features

• Quality Recognition: 5-Star CMS Hospital for Quality.
• Trauma Center: Level II Trauma Center.
• Technology: Epic electronic medical record system.
• Support: Excellent device rep support within the facility.
• Referral Base: Strong primary care referral base with an organizational network of 25 clinics and 5 hospitals.
• Comprehensive Services: Robotics, full complement of therapy and splint services, and ancillary services in-house.
• Radiology: MSK fellowship-trained radiologist.
• Convenience: Clinic, ER, OR, and hospital all within the same building.

Community Highlights

• Top-Ranked State: #1 Best State to Practice Medicine – Medscape.
• Business and Career Opportunities: #1 Best Small Places for Businesses and Careers – Forbes Magazine.
• Safety: #3 Most Secure Places to Live – Farmers Insurance.
• Family-Friendly: #3 Best Place to Raise a Family – Children's Health Magazine.
• Vibrant City: Fargo, North Dakota, with a population of 180,000, is a progressive city experiencing rapid growth and financial stability.
• Location: Situated on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota, just minutes from Lake Country.

Compensation

$701,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives, or production-based compensation.

Employee Benefits

Essentia Health is committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

EEO Statement

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

Contact

Liz Huesman, Physician Recruiter
Work: 701-261-6824
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Job Location

32nd Avenue Building, Fargo, North Dakota

Shift Rotation

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)