General Orthopedic Surgeon in Kirksville, Missouri - Up to $875K Compensation

Northeast Regional Medical Center (NERMC) in Kirksville, Missouri is recruiting a board-certified, board-eligible General Orthopedic Surgeon to join a hospital employed practice serving a growing regional patient population.

This opportunity offers the benefit of practicing within a physician-focused environment while maintaining access to the resources, referral support and stability of Northeast Regional Medical Center, a part of Community Health Systems national network of regional hospitals delivering high quality care where it’s needed most — close to home.

Opportunity Overview

Here, you’ll join a multi-specialty group with strong regional recognition, collaborative physician relationships and consistent patient demand. The support of Tennova Jefferson Memorial Hospital creates an environment that combines physician-led practice culture with hospital-based support and referral access. This opportunity is ideal for surgeons seeking professional autonomy, practice growth potential and the ability to deliver orthopedic care for patients..  

• Full-time, hospital employed position (no locums or part-time)
• General orthopedics with some total joints
• Nurse Practitioner support
• Hospital has a Level III trauma designation
• Dedicated block time with 24/7 anesthesia
• High volume, quick ramp-up
• Access to robot
• 5 ORs, run 3-4 rooms daily
• Shared call coverage
• Office space available with x-ray
• Work in a supportive environment with access to referring PCPs and specialists
• Robust onboarding, marketing, and physician outreach support
• Strong clinical and administrative support
• Dedicated medical assistant from day one, additional support added as volume grows
• Clinic has 10 exam rooms
• Casting and imaging available in the clinic
• Teaching opportunities across five residency programs
• Experienced surgeons preferred, but will consider strong new graduates
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible and have completed U.S. residency training
• J1 visa support is available 

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE MAY INCLUDE:

• Experienced surgeon will make up to $875K in total compensation with an 18-24 month guarantee and wRVU 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)

About the Hospital

Northeast Regional Medical Center is a 93-bed acute care hospital serving 11 counties in Northeast Missouri. The hospital provides 24-hour emergency care, including a Level III Trauma Center, inpatient and outpatient surgery, obstetrical services, critical care, diagnostic imaging, pain management, medical rehabilitation, laboratory services, and specialty clinics, such as wound care, lymphedema, sleep medicine, diabetes management, and oncology services. The facility supports a wide range of rehabilitation services and is closely connected to Kirksville’s osteopathic medical heritage.

Community

Kirksville is recognized as the birthplace of osteopathic medicine and offers a blend of small-town living and educational excellence. The community is home to Truman State University and A.T. Still University, contributing to a strong academic and healthcare-focused economy. Residents enjoy low crime rates, a family-friendly environment, cultural amenities, golf, theater, and convenient access to regional transportation via Kirksville Regional Airport and nearby Amtrak service.