Total Joints Surgeon

About the role

Vail-Summit Orthopaedics & Neurosurgery (VSON) is seeking a highly skilled and board-certified/board-eligible Orthopaedic Total Joints Surgeon to join their team. The ideal candidate will deliver advanced, patient-centered spine care while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary orthopaedic and neurosurgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations using medical instruments and equipment to assess mobility and strength.
• Administer or order tests, analyses, and diagnostic images; analyze reports and findings.
• Oversee maintenance of case histories and medical records.
• Diagnose conditions and administer or prescribe treatments, medications, and rehabilitation as applicable.
• Perform surgery.
• Attend to patients in clinic or hospital and re-examine disability cases periodically to verify progress.
• Monitor effectiveness of pain management interventions (e.g., medications, spinal injections).
• Document examination results, treatment plans, and patient outcomes.
• Participate in the on-call schedule handling orthopaedic trauma cases from a Level 3 ER.
• Participate in the walk-in orthopaedic clinic on a rotating basis, including rapid assessment of acute injuries and triage of surgical candidates.
• Use proper infection control procedures adopted by affiliated surgery centers and hospitals.
• Meet company expectations and maintain confidentiality of PII in accordance with OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
• Perform duties in accordance with all company safety practices.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

• A current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Colorado.
• Board certification or eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Experience in total joint arthroplasty.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to patient care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess:

• An MD or DO degree.
• At least 5 years of relevant post-graduate experience.
• Successful completion of an accredited residency program in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Skills

The ideal candidate should have:

• Strong surgical skills and technical proficiency.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Proven ability to manage a caseload and handle emergencies.
• Experience with patient education and counseling.

Benefits

VSON offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Profit-sharing opportunities.
• Paid time off (including additional time for CMEs and CME dollars).
• Relocation assistance.

Pay

The guaranteed salary offered is $350,000 - $450,000, with the potential to become a partner in 1-2 years depending on experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and includes participation in the on-call rotation for orthopaedic trauma cases from a Level 3 ER, as well as participation in the walk-in orthopaedic clinic on a rotating basis.