Total Joint Surgeon - Build a Premier Arthroplasty Program in Durango

Animas Surgical Hospital; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Malpractice tail coverage

CME allowance

Employer retirement contributions

Job summary

Animas Orthopedics in Durango, CO is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Total Joint Surgeon to join our established orthopedic group. This role focuses on hip and knee arthroplasty with opportunities to build your own total joint program and collaborate in a physician-led model.

You will have access to modern facilities, robotic reconstruction technology, and a supportive team including a PA. Relocation and signing bonus are available to support a smooth transition.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Completion of Orthopedic Surgery residency.
• Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction / Total Joint (preferred).
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary and revision total joint arthroplasty (hip and knee) using evidence-based techniques.
• Evaluate and manage patients with degenerative joint disease and related conditions.
• Deliver comprehensive perioperative care to optimize outcomes and patient experience.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across anesthesia, nursing, rehab, and care coordination.
• Participate in shared 1 in 6 call coverage and inpatient rounding.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR.
• Engage in quality improvement and outcomes tracking initiatives.
• Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the orthopedic service line.
• Build strong relationships with referring providers and the broader medical community.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Clinical judgment

Communication

Patient-centered care

Education

MD or DO degree

Tools

EMR

Job description

Animas Orthopedics in Durango, CO is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Total Joint Surgeon to join our established orthopedic group. This role focuses on hip and knee arthroplasty with opportunities to build your own total joint program and collaborate in a physician-led model.

You will have access to modern facilities, robotic reconstruction technology, and a supportive team including a PA. Relocation and signing bonus are available to support a smooth transition.