Orthopedic Surgeon
About the Role
Knapp Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join and expand its orthopedic service line. This full-time, hospital-employed (or aligned private practice) opportunity offers strong surgical volume, an established referral base, and the chance to practice in a growing community.
Knapp Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital in Weslaco, Texas, serving the Rio Grande Valley. The 227-bed, not-for-profit community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology. It is the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery. The hospital has served Mid-Valley residents for 60 years, with more than 300 physicians on its medical staff and over 450 employees.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions
- Perform orthopedic surgical and non-surgical procedures consistent with training and expertise
- Provide inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care
- Collaborate with emergency medicine, primary care physicians, and specialty providers
- Participate in call coverage as assigned
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
- Adhere to hospital quality, safety, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Eligible for or active Texas medical license
- DEA license or eligibility
- Strong clinical, surgical, and interpersonal skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with productivity incentives
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Malpractice coverage
- CME allowance and paid time off
- Retirement plan options
Facility & Practice Highlights
- Modern operating rooms with advanced orthopedic surgical technology
- Dedicated orthopedic nursing and rehabilitation support
- Opportunity to help grow and shape the orthopedic program
Schedule
Full Time, Days
Community Highlights
Weslaco offers a low cost of living, warm climate, and close proximity to South Padre Island. The community is family-friendly with excellent outdoor recreation and cultural diversity.