Full-Time Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity in McAllen/Edinburg, TX

Full-Time Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity in McAllen/Edinburg, TX

Join our thriving community in McAllen/Edinburg, TX, as a full-time Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgeon. Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible and orthopedic trained. DPM candidates will not be considered.

General orthopedic call will be required as part of this position. 

Position Requirements:

• Board certification or Board eligibility required.
• Texas Medical License or eligibility.
• Spanish-speaking ability is welcomed but not mandatory.

Position Highlights:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Robust benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance.
• Potential for residency or fellowship stipend.
• Support for J-1 visa through Texas Conrad-30 or year-round Federal HHS program, with immigration assistance provided by an experienced law firm.
• Opportunity for eligibility in Texas state loan forgiveness programs such as MHLR and PELRP.
• Texas, a tort reform state, offers the benefit of no state income tax.

This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a growing area with a strong local economy and a high demand for an Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon. The new practice is projected to be busy almost immediately, offering a very competitive compensation package.

McAllen and Edinburg, TX, boast a great cost of living, excellent schools, and a steady economy with one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country. Additionally, the area is only 90 minutes from the Texas Gulf Coast, including South Padre Island, and has three airports for convenient travel.

Located in the Rio Grande Valley, one of the fastest-growing regions in Texas, with a population of over 1.4 million, McAllen/Edinburg offers a multicultural and bilingual community. The region has transformed into a major international trade area with top-notch commercial and manufacturing facilities, healthcare institutions, retirement options, and higher education opportunities.

The dynamic population and economy, along with millions of dollars injected annually by Winter Texans, contribute to a steady increase in employment opportunities. The region is undergoing significant construction, promising sustainable economic growth and prosperity.

McAllen/Edinburg provides a high quality of life with a low cost of living, making it one of the least expensive metro areas in the nation. Residents enjoy safe neighborhoods, a welcoming communal environment, and easy access to national and international destinations via three nearby airports.

With its year-round sunshine, mild temperatures, and abundant outdoor activities like birdwatching, golfing, and beach-going on South Padre Island, McAllen/Edinburg offers an ideal setting for both work and leisure.

For more information, please send your CV to samantha.barnett@uhsinc.com