Physician - Spine Ortho Surgery - Brainerd, MN

Paradox; Brainerd (MN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership potential

Dedicated PA/NP support

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Essentia Health in Brainerd, MN, seeks a Spine Orthopedic Surgeon to join a five‑surgeon team. The role offers strong patient demand, collaborative care with PA/NP support, and potential ownership in an outpatient surgery center.

The schedule features 32+ clinic hours over four days, with hospital rounding a smaller component, enabling a balanced lifestyle in a trusted community.

Qualifications

• BE/BC in Orthopedic Surgery required.
• Board-certified or board-eligible candidates considered.
• Fellowship in spine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide spine orthopedic services within the Brainerd clinic.
• Collaborate with a team of five orthopedic surgeons and PA/NP support.
• Participate in growth initiatives and potential ownership opportunities.

Skills

Spine surgery

Orthopedic surgery

Clinical excellence

Education

MD or DO

BE/BC in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

Building Location:

Brainerd Clinic

Department:

4311570 ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY - BRD ORTHO

Job Description:

Exciting Opportunity for a Spine Orthopedic Surgeon in Brainerd, MN

Practice Highlights:

• Established Legacy: Join a group that has been serving the Brainerd Lakes area since 1975.
• Specialty Welcome: While we are a general orthopedic practice, subspecialty training is highly valued.
• Collaborative Team: Become part of a team of 5 well-established orthopedic surgeons.
• Ownership Potential: Opportunity to buy into a local Outpatient Surgery Center.
• Growth and Development: Be part of the development of a new Musculoskeletal Center.
• Expansion Opportunities: Engage in aggressive outreach initiatives.
• Immediate Demand: Step into a busy practice ensuring rapid growth of your patient base.
• Support Staff: Benefit from dedicated PA/NP support.
• Flexible Schedule: Enjoy 32+ contact hours in the clinic over 4 days per week or 8 hours per day, with flexibility to distribute over 5 days if preferred. Hospital consultations and rounding are a small component of the schedule.
• Convenient Locations:
  • Clinic: Essentia Health St. Joseph’s – Orthopedics
  • Hospital: Essentia Health St. Joseph's Medical Center (only 3.5 miles away)
• Patient Volume:
  • Inpatient: Anticipated weekly volume of 10 consultants.
  • Outpatient: Anticipated weekly volume of 75 office patients.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualifications: Accepting MD or DO candidates who are BE/BC in Orthopedic Surgery.

COMPENSATION

• $901,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Location Benefits:

• Prime Location: Brainerd, MN is centrally located in Minnesota, just 125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
• Community: The Brainerd Lakes Area boasts a population of 65,000 with a regional service area of 115,000.
• Lifestyle: Discover more about the vibrant community and lifestyle at Explore Brainerd Lakes.

Why Join Us?

• Reputation: Join a well-established and respected practice.
• Growth: Rapidly grow your patient base in a supportive environment.
• Community Impact: Make a significant impact in a thriving community.

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.

FTE:

1

Shift Rotation:

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

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

$1.00 - $1,000,000.00Employee Benefits at EssentiaHealth:At Essentia Health, we're 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].