Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

St. Mary's Regional Medical Center | Lewiston, Maine

Build a Thriving Spine Practice in Beautiful Maine

St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, a member of Covenant Health, is seeking a Fellowship-trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to join our highly respected orthopedic team in Lewiston, Maine.

This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of one of Maine's most established orthopedic programs, practicing alongside a collaborative group of experienced orthopedic surgeons and advanced practice providers in a growing, community-focused health system.

As a replacement position, you will step into an established referral network supported by a robust primary care and specialty care system, allowing you to quickly develop a busy and rewarding spine practice.

Why St. Mary's Orthopedics?

At St. Mary's Orthopedics, you'll join a team dedicated to delivering comprehensive musculoskeletal care through advanced surgical techniques, state-of-the-art technology, and a patient-centered approach.

Position Highlights

• Fellowship-trained Orthopedic Spine Surgery opportunity
• Established orthopedic practice with strong referral base
• Four-day clinical schedule plus one administrative day
• Mix of outpatient clinic and surgical practice
• Shared weekend call responsibilities
• Dedicated support from experienced APPs and clinical staff
• Opportunity to build and grow a comprehensive spine program
• New graduates and experienced surgeons encouraged to apply
• J-1 Visa sponsorship available

Join an Exceptional Orthopedic Team

You'll work alongside a talented team of orthopedic specialists providing care across a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions, including:

• Spine disorders and degenerative conditions
• Sports medicine
• Fracture care and trauma
• Joint replacement surgery
• Non-operative orthopedic management
• Injection therapies

Our orthopedic department includes six orthopedic surgeons and four advanced practice providers supported by a highly experienced clinical team. Together, the practice serves approximately 1,800–1,900 patients each month and continues to experience strong demand throughout the region.

About St. Mary's Health System

For more than 130 years, St. Mary's Health System has been committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare to the people of Maine. Anchored by St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, a 233-bed acute care hospital, our integrated health system includes primary care, specialty services, behavioral health, rehabilitation, long-term care, and community-based programs.

As part of Covenant Health, physicians benefit from the resources of a mission-driven organization while maintaining the close-knit culture and physician engagement of a community health system.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive recruitment package that may include:

• Competitive base salary plus productivity incentives
• Sign-on bonus
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• CME allowance and dedicated CME time
• 403(b) and 457 retirement plans
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Professional licensing and membership reimbursement

Experience the Maine Lifestyle

Lewiston offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment. Located just 40 minutes from Portland and the Maine coast, the region provides easy access to:

• Ocean beaches and coastal communities
• Skiing, hiking, boating, and outdoor recreation
• Exceptional public and private schools
• Affordable housing and short commutes
• Vibrant arts, dining, and cultural attractions
• Four-season outdoor living

Whether you're seeking an active outdoor lifestyle, a family-friendly community, or the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing orthopedic practice, you'll find it at St. Mary's.

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship Training in Spine Surgery required
• Eligible for medical licensure in Maine
• Eligible for DEA registration

Join a Team Built on Excellence, Collaboration, and Compassion.

To learn more about this opportunity, contact Covenant Health Provider Recruitment today.

St. Mary's Health System includes:

St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, a 233-bed acute care facility.  St. Mary's Physician Network for primary and specialty care. Community Clinical Services (FHQC).  St. Mary's d’Youville Pavilion, dedicated to long-term care and St. Mary's Residences, an independent living center. St. Mary's Auburn Campus: St. Mary’s Orthopedics, the Center for Physical Rehab, the Center for Sleep Disorders, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, and the Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology, along with on-site lab and x-ray services. St. Mary’s Urgent Care is also located in Auburn and is fully staffed by our Advanced Practice Provider’s.

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

• Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

• Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

• Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

• Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).

Maine is truly “Vacationland”, a place where work/life balance is attainable. Up-and-coming, the twin cities of Lewiston-Auburn are Maine's second largest metropolitan area.  Centrally located and just 35 miles north of Portland, 126 miles to Boston, 345 miles to NYC.  Less than an hour from the ocean and mountains; enjoy the beauty of the four seasons with many outdoor activities including: hiking, biking, fishing, sailing, hunting, skiing & snowboarding, rock-climbing, white-water rafting, snowmobiling and golf, to name a few. Voted #1 for Public Safety by U.S. News & Reports (August 2019), Maine is a wonderful place to live, work and play.

Enjoy a lifestyle full of cultural, academic and recreational activities in a place where values, community and collegiality have meaning. To learn more, please contact Don Richard Provider Recruiter drichard@covh.org or call (207) 755-3062