Physician - Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery - Duluth, MN

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 540,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Compensated Call

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Essentia Health seeks a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Duluth, MN, to join a thriving multi-specialty orthopedic practice. This opportunity offers collaboration with experienced surgeons, patient outreach, and a generous compensation package, all within a supportive community environment designed for a balanced work-life schedule.

Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Orthopedics.
• Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in comprehensive pediatric orthopedic cases, including surgeries.
• Collaborate with a multi-specialty team of orthopedic surgeons.
• Participate in community engagement and outreach opportunities.

Skills

Pediatric Orthopedics

Collaboration

Patient Care

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics

Board Certification in Orthopedics

Job description

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity in Duluth, MN

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a well-established, large multi-specialty orthopedic practice with 17 orthopedic surgeons and 12 NP/PAs. Our team includes specialists in pediatrics, adult reconstructive, shoulder and elbow, foot and ankle, orthopedic oncology, hand, trauma, medical orthopedists/sports medicine, and podiatry.
• Supportive Demographics: Our patient population demographics are highly favorable for a large practice, ensuring a steady and diverse caseload.
• Outreach Opportunities: Expand your impact with available outreach opportunities.

Practice Details

• Call Schedule: Enjoy a balanced work-life with a 1:10 compensated call schedule. Call duties are shared between APC and Physician groups, with approximately 36 call dates per year. Ortho trauma coverage is provided 7 days a week (7am-4pm). Weekday call is from 4:00pm-7am, and you are not on call when in the clinic.
• Team Composition: Work alongside 2 full-time pediatric orthopedic surgeons and 2 part-time pediatric orthopedic surgeons nearing retirement, supported by two full-time APCs.
• Comprehensive Cases: Engage in a full scope of pediatric orthopedic cases, including spine surgeries.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Practice in a new hospital with a dedicated pediatric floor and receive robust support from colleagues in pediatrics and PM+R. Three locations to do surgery: St. Mary’s Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, and Ambulatory Surgery Center.

Hospital Highlights

• St. Mary’s Medical Center: A 330-bed tertiary care hospital, Level I Trauma Center with a 24-bed emergency department and helicopter support. The center includes a children’s hospital and has been ranked among America’s Top 100 Hospitals and Fracture Care Programs. Pediatric Floor with 5 bed PICU, 14 bed General Pediatric Unit, with Peds Hospitalists and Intensivists available 24/7.
• Advanced Technology: Utilize a dedicated EMR/EPIC system and benefit from a comprehensive rehabilitation program.
• Community Engagement: Provide athletic team coverage for local professional, college, and high school sports teams.
• Wide Service Area: Serve a community of approximately 500,000 people.
• Recognition: Certified as HIMSS EMRAM Level 7 for both Inpatient and Ambulatory facilities.

Requirements

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Orthopedics
• Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics

COMPENSATION:

• $600,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a comprehensive compensation package, including compensated call.

Location

• Duluth, MN: Located at the westernmost tip of Lake Superior, Duluth offers a vibrant community with a population of 86,000 and surrounding communities totaling approximately 120,000+.
• Proximity to Major Cities: Just 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul, providing easy access to urban amenities while enjoying the charm of a smaller city.

Join us in Duluth, MN, and make a meaningful impact in pediatric orthopedic care within a supportive and collaborative environment. Apply today to become part of our dedicated team!

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.