Orthopedic Surgery Position in Mississippi

Merit Health Natchez is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon in Natchez, Mississippi.

To learn more, please reach out directly to Sylvia Moyle at Sylvia_Moyle@chs.net. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Full-time, hospital employed position (no locums or part-time)
• General orthopedics 
• Dedicated block time with 24/7 anesthesia
• High volume, quick ramp-up
• A full range of specialized services, including joint replacement, sports medicine, and advanced diagnostic testing
• Joining a well-established group with a reputation for excellence in the community
• Shared call with an experienced team
• Office space available
• Work in a supportive environment with access to referring PCPs and specialists
• Robust onboarding, marketing, and physician outreach support
• Strong clinical and administrative support with experienced APC staff
• Dedicated medical assistant from day one, additional support added as volume grows
• Open to new graduates and experienced surgeons
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible and have completed U.S. residency training
• J1 visa support IS available at this location

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE MAY INCLUDE:

• Generous compensation with bonus incentives
• Relocation assistance
• Commencement bonus
• Medical loan repayment assistance
• Residency/fellowship stipend for qualifying candidates
• Malpractice
• Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
• Paid CME time with annual allowance
• Personal time off (PTO)

MERIT HEALTH NATCHEZ - Quality Healthcare.

Merit Health Natchez is a 179-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital serving patients across five Mississippi counties and two Louisiana parishes, a region locally known as the Miss-Lou. We are deeply committed to the community, supporting local organizations, education, and cultural events.

Our mission is to help people get well and live healthier by delivering safe, high-quality care, fostering strong patient relationships, and providing value to the communities we serve. Our vision is to offer essential healthcare services that meet the needs of a growing population and to be recognized as the medical center of choice by patients, physicians, and staff. At Merit Health Natchez, physicians have the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, well-resourced environment while making a meaningful impact on the health of the region.

NATCHEZ, MS - Where Community Feels Like Home.

Natchez, Mississippi is a picturesque, historic river city that offers physicians a rare combination of professional opportunity and a high quality of life. Located on the Mississippi River, Natchez is known for its rich history, antebellum architecture, vibrant arts and cultural scene, and strong sense of community. The area provides a slower pace of life with affordable living, minimal traffic, and family-friendly neighborhoods, while still offering access to modern amenities and recreational opportunities like boating, fishing, and hiking. Physicians in Natchez can enjoy meaningful patient relationships in a close-knit community while experiencing the charm of small-town Southern living.