JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Title : Orthopedic Surgeon
- Job Type : Permanent Full-Time
- Location : Hobart & Valparaiso, IN (Chicagoland Area)
- Service Setting : Inpatient and Outpatient
- Schedule : Monday Friday, with shared call responsibilities (1 : 6 rotation)
- On-Call Expectations : 1 : 6 rotation
- Start Date : Negotiable (credentialing typically 90120 days) PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE
- Patient Demographics : Adults and Geriatrics
- Average Daily Volume / Census : Diverse orthopedic surgical caseload
- Admissions & Rounding : Included
- Consults & Follow-Ups : Yes
- Case Mix / Clinical Focus Areas : General Orthopedics; subspecialty interests supported FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS
- Beds in Department / Unit : Orthopedics Unit within a 458-bed hospital system
- EMR System : Epic fully integrated HIMSS Stage VII
- Specialty Backup : Comprehensive physician network with cardiology, oncology, neurology, and surgical support
- Support Staff : Nurse practitioner support in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Leadership & Reporting Structure : Reports within Community Healthcare System physician group
- Reason for Opening : Growth and system expansion CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE
- Board
Requirements : Board Certified / Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
DEA & Certifications : DEA, CSR, licensure as requiredCredentialing Timeline : Approximately 90120 daysVisa Sponsorship : Not specified COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITSBase Salary : Highly competitive, negotiable per MGMA guidelinesIncentive Bonus Structure : RVU-based contract bonusesRelocation Assistance : Negotiable relocation reimbursementCME Allowance : Exceptional CME funds availablePTO & Holidays : Flexible paid time offHealth & RetirementBenefits :
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance403(b) retirement plan with employer matchLife & Disability coverageMalpractice coverage under favorable Indiana lawsAdditionalBenefits : Licensure reimbursement (license, DEA, dues, subscriptions); sign-on bonus negotiable REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Board Status : BC / BE in Orthopedic SurgeryState License Required : Indiana medical license or eligibility to obtainCertifications : DEA, CSR, BLS / ACLS as requiredExperience : Subspecialty interest encouraged; new graduates considered with mentorship