Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Deaconess Specialty Physicians is seeking a full-time Orthopedic Trauma Physician to join our team in Evansville, IN. This position offers a guaranteed salary of $850,000 for one year and a $65,000 sign-on bonus.

Primary Responsibilities:

Trauma Surgery

• Provide dedicated orthopedic trauma coverage for the Vanderburgh and Warrick County trauma program, including fulfillment of approximately 100 primary trauma service shifts annually in accordance with contractual expectations. Call expectation of 1:4.
• Establish and maintain an outpatient orthopedic trauma practice to support post-discharge follow-up, fracture care, and longitudinal management of patients treated through the trauma program.
• Ensure timely inpatient management of orthopedic trauma patients through a coordinated care model that leverages both surgeons and advanced practice providers (APPs). APP staffing and deployment will be optimized to support quality outcomes, operational efficiency, and the long-term sustainability of the trauma program.

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition to competitive compensation, this position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health & Dependent Care Expense Accounts
• Salary Continuance and Disability Coverage
• Two retirement account options (401k and 457b)
• 5 Days of CME Time Off
• $3,500 Annual CME Stipend
• Coverage for DEA, State Licensing, Board Certification, and Maintenance Fees
• Hospital-provided Medical Malpractice Insurance with tail coverage
• Moving Allowance of up to $15,000

Bonus Opportunities:

Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Bonus details, including eligibility and performance goals, will be discussed during the interview process or upon hire.

Position Requirement:

Applicants must have or obtain licensure in the states of Kentucky and Indiana to practice.

Our growing orthopedics service line enjoys referrals from a Level II trauma center and a growing primary care base. We have a strong relationship with inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs within the community. There is an orthopedic urgent care facility that also helps care for patients at their convenience while serving as another referral source.

With our large primary care physician base and large referral area, there is an opportunity to build a successful practice quickly. A motivated and hard-working candidate can earn income well above national average. We have a well-integrated system with respected colleagues that focus on quality care. This all provides a great work environment in a health system that one can be proud of, while enjoying a nice work/life balance throughout your career.

Why Evansville & Newburgh, Indiana

Located along the Ohio River, Evansville offers a regional hub for healthcare, culture, and education, while nearby Newburgh provides a charming, historic riverfront community.

Together, they offer:

• Affordable cost of living with excellent schools
• Vibrant arts, dining, and outdoor recreation
• Easy access to Indianapolis, Nashville, Louisville and St. Louis

Contact Information:

Michelle Dexter, Physician Recruiter
812-450-7263
Michelle.Dexter@deaconess.com

Deaconess Health System is a leader in health care services in the Tri-State. The system includes 14 hospitals throughout southern Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois, more than 50+ ambulatory clinic locations throughout the region, and several ancillary facilities. We have received multiple HealthGrades awards and were named by US News and World Report in 2019 as Best Regional Hospital in six types of care.

JOIN OUR GROWING HEALTH SYSTEM

Deaconess Midtown Hospital offers a broad range of high-quality, compassionate inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and diagnostic services, including a Level II Trauma Center.

Deaconess Gateway Hospital provides a full range of acute-care services, including emergency medicine, surgical services, heart care and more. Comprehensive pediatric care is provided through a partnership with Riley Hospital for Children.

The Heart Hospital at Deaconess Gateway is the only acute-care hospital in the region dedicated to heart and vascular care, and it’s unique in its use of a “universal bed” model, in which patients receive all levels of care in one room.

The Women's Hospital provides a complete range of health care services to women and infants.

Deaconess Orthopedic Neuroscience Hospital opened in 2018. This specialized hospital offers expanded surgical services for orthopedic or neuro surgeries, designated neuro post-surgical care units for spine surgeries, minimally-invasive neuro procedures, biopsies and brain surgeries. 

Other Hospitals and Affiliates Include:  Deaconess Henderson Hospital (Henderson, KY), Deaconess Gibson Hospital (Princeton, IN), Lawrence County Memorial Hospital (Lawrenceville, IL), Ferrell Hospital (Eldorado, IL), Deaconess Union County Hospital (Morganfield, KY), Deaconess Cross Pointe, Encompass Health Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital (2 locations), and Linda E. White Hospice House.

THERE’S A LOT TO LIKE ABOUT EVANSVILLE

Located in southwestern Indiana, Evansville is Indiana’s third largest city. We offer big-city amenities with small-town Hoosier hospitality.

This dynamic, progressive city offers:

• Cultural opportunities
• Low cost of living
• Good schools
• Thriving economy
• Historic and scenic riverfront

Evansville also offers a children’s museum, a zoo, a casino, a science and history museum, a philharmonic orchestra, two universities, semi-pro sports teams and many other wonderful benefits. Click here to learn more about Evansville!

STONE FAMILY CENTER

Evansville is home to the new Stone Center, which contains Indiana University School of Medicine – Evansville as well as programs for the University of Evansville and USI. More than 250 USI graduate-level students in the Master’s of Science in Occupational Therapy, Master’s of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, and 120 undergraduate, senior nursing students will use the Stone Center.

WE’D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU!

Deaconess is an expanding, thriving health system, and our team of dedicated physicians is always growing.