High-Demand Joint Replacement Surgeon Opportunity – Immediate Volume + 2-Year Partnership Track | New Orleans, LA

Orthopaedic Associates of New Orleans (OANO), a well-established and highly respected orthopedic group, is seeking a BE/BC, Fellowship-Trained Orthopaedic Joint Surgeon to join our growing practice in New Orleans, Louisiana. This opportunity offers a strong referral base with an immediate need for joint revisions in the greater New Orleans area, excellent clinical support, and a clear pathway to partnership—with general orthopaedic call required.

Join as an associate physician with a guaranteed base salary for two years, a productivity bonus model, and additional call pay from two hospitals.

2026 adult reconstruction fellows are encouraged to apply.

Practice and Position Highlights

• Established Reputation: Founded in 1949, OANO is known for its exceptional standard of care and collegial environment.
• Collaborative Team: Join a multidisciplinary team of 7 orthopedic surgeons and 3 physician assistants across subspecialties.
• Clinical Locations: Two modern and fully equipped clinics in New Orleans and Metairie.
• Surgical Focus: This position is ideal for a surgeon focused on hip and knee replacement, including complex and joint revision cases (immediate need in greater New Orleans).
• Call Responsibilities: General orthopaedic call is required and additionally compensated, on a 1:5 schedule.
• Call volume is manageable with low-energy cases such as hip fractures, ankle fractures, and distal radius fractures. 
• Physician assistants assist with initial ED consults and post-call support. 
• Hospital Affiliations: Touro Hospital and Ochsner Baptist

What We Offer:

• Guaranteed base salary + productivity bonus as an Associate Physician
• Additional pay for call
• No buy-in required for partnership track after just 2 years
• Residency/Fellowship stipend available for those still in training
• Full business and operations support from U.S. Orthopaedic Partners (USOP)
• Access to mentorship and best practices across a growing network of 250+ providers including Andrews Sports Medicine and Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center

Why New Orleans?
New Orleans is a vibrant and family-friendly city offering a rare blend of professional fulfillment, lifestyle benefits, and cultural richness:

• Ideal Neighborhoods: Well-established communities like Uptown, Lakeview, and Metairie offer great schools and short commutes.
• Education Options: Access to top-ranked schools such as Isidore Newman, Metairie Park Country Day, and Lusher Charter School.
• Healthcare Ecosystem: Multiple major health systems support dual-physician families, including Ochsner, Children’s Hospital, and Tulane.
• Recreation & Lifestyle: Enjoy access to City Park, Gulf Coast beaches, bike trails, and family-friendly events year-round.
• Culture & Cuisine: Experience world-famous food, music, and arts—plus major events like Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest.
• Connectivity: Easy travel through Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY).