Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Description & Requirements Total Joint Orthopedic SurgeonStartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $ - $ A thriving independent health system in Southern Missouri, just over an hour from St. Louis, is seeking a total joints surgeon to join their team of 7 orthopedic surgeons and 6 mid-levels. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a highly respected, well-established orthopedic program within a 250+ provider network.Position Highlights:Team-Based Excellence : Collaborate with a dedicated team of 7 orthopedic surgeons and 4 experienced Advanced Practice Providers.Outstanding Lifestyle : Minimal call (2–3 nights/month) at a single hospital ensures work-life balance.Top-Tier Compensation :Guaranteed base salary of $750,000+$100,000 sign-on bonusStudent loan repayment up to $42,000 annuallyRobust Benefits Package :25 days of PTOCME time and allowanceMalpractice coverageHealth, dental, and retirement plansNationally Recognized Facility :Named one of IBM Watson Health's "Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation"A-rated by the Leapfrog GroupWhy You'll Love Cape Girardeau, MO:Prime Location : Nestled on the Mississippi River, just 1 hour from St. Louis with a regional airport offering direct flights to major cities.Family-Centric Community : Safe neighborhoods, strong public and private schools (including one of the nation's top 50 Catholic schools).Education Hub : Home to Southeast Missouri State University, offering Division I NCAA athletics and a vibrant arts scene.Recreation & Culture :Beautiful parks, hiking, and nearby state/national parksDowntown dining, shopping, and live entertainmentDalhousie Golf Club – a premier private course designed by Jack NicklausCandidate Requirements:Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)MD or DO candidates welcomeOpen to 2026/2027 Residents and FellowsSubspecialists are strongly encouraged to applyFacility Location Known as 'The City of Roses,' Cape Girardeau is situated on the banks of the Mississippi. Cape Girardeau boasts a lot in the way of agritourism, with many farmer's markets and tourable farms. Antiques, art galleries and museums dominate downtown and speak to the unique character of the city. Residents also enjoy the natural splendor of Cape Girardeau's many parks which offer great hiking opportunities. The city's history is well documented, if sometimes bittersweet- Trail of Tears State Park commemorates one of America's great tragedies with its peaceful scenery. Job Benefits About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.Foot And Ankle Orthopedic Surgery, Foot And Ankle Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Physician, Orthopeadic Physician, Orthopedics, Orthopaedics, Physician, Healthcare, Health Care, Patient Care, Hospital, Medical, Doctor, Md, Foot And Ankle Surgery, Foot/Ankle Surgery, Foot, AnkleAMN Healthcare is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving the biggest challenges affecting healthcare organizations today. We offer a single-partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and provide technologies to expand the reach of care.