Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs
Orthopedic Surgeon jobs are open across hospital systems, academic medical centers, private practice groups, and ambulatory surgery centers, from early-career attending to senior staff and fellowship-trained specialists, with roles in sports medicine, joint replacement, and spine surgery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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- Saint Louis, Missouri
- Physician
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Regular
- Full-time
- Mercy Hospital St Louis
- JR273231
Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy!
Mercy is seeking BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeons for our growing orthopedic surgery and sports medicine programs in Greater St. Louis. Build your practice with subspecialty support, integrated resources, established patient demand, and regional referrals—backed by specialized facilities and state-of-the-art technology.
Why Mercy Orthopedics?
- Collaborative, collegial team environments that value partnership and shared success.
- Shape your practice around your clinical interests while serving a growing region within a renowned national healthcare hub.
- Convenient in-office services including X-ray and casting for a seamless patient experience.
- First-class operating rooms.
- A broad mix of cases and diverse patient population.
A Package Designed to Reward Your Expertise
- Earn $725K guaranteed + up to $50K in incentives
- Comprehensive benefits beginning day one
- Relocation support and professional liability coverage
- Competitive employer-supported retirement benefits
- Systemwide Epic and DAX copilot for streamlined patient care
- $5,000 annual CME allowance
- One of the nation’s largest fully integrated, community health system-based research organizations
- PSLF eligibility through Mercy’s not-for-profit status
- H-1B sponsorship available at select locations
Welcome to St. Louis
Enjoy world-class attractions, a vibrant arts and culture scene, beautiful parks and trails, excellent communities, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes Greater St. Louis a great place to build your career and call home.
For more information, please contact:
Megan Zielinski, MHA, CPRP-DEI, Senior Physician Recruiter
Telephone: 314-364-3568 | Email: megan.zielinski@mercy.net
Your life is our life’s work
At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you’ll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership—from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care—where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
- Saint Louis, Missouri
- Physician
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Regular
- Full-time
- Mercy Hospital St Louis
- JR273231
Job Description
Find your calling at Mercy!
Mercy is seeking BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeons for our growing orthopedic surgery and sports medicine programs in Greater St. Louis. Build your practice with subspecialty support, integrated resources, established patient demand, and regional referrals—backed by specialized facilities and state-of-the-art technology.
Why Mercy Orthopedics?
- Collaborative, collegial team environments that value partnership and shared success.
- Shape your practice around your clinical interests while serving a growing region within a renowned national healthcare hub.
- Convenient in-office services including X-ray and casting for a seamless patient experience.
- First-class operating rooms.
- A broad mix of cases and diverse patient population.
A Package Designed to Reward Your Expertise
- Earn $725K guaranteed + up to $50K in incentives
- Comprehensive benefits beginning day one
- Relocation support and professional liability coverage
- Competitive employer-supported retirement benefits
- Systemwide Epic and DAX copilot for streamlined patient care
- $5,000 annual CME allowance
- One of the nation’s largest fully integrated, community health system-based research organizations
- PSLF eligibility through Mercy’s not-for-profit status
- H-1B sponsorship available at select locations
Welcome to St. Louis
Enjoy world-class attractions, a vibrant arts and culture scene, beautiful parks and trails, excellent communities, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes Greater St. Louis a great place to build your career and call home.
For more information, please contact:
Megan Zielinski, MHA, CPRP-DEI, Senior Physician Recruiter
Telephone: 314-364-3568 | Email: megan.zielinski@mercy.net
Your life is our life’s work
At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you’ll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership—from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care—where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
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Who's Hiring
- Concentra28
- Dane Street19
- CommonSpirit Health11
- Excelsia Injury Care8
- Agile Occupational Medicine7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services61
- Education5
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Insurance2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in orthopedic surgeon jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency program
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Valid and unrestricted state medical license in the state of practice
- Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as sports medicine, spine, or arthroplasty
- Current DEA registration and ability to obtain or maintain hospital privileges
- Demonstrated surgical case volume and experience with contemporary implant systems
Tips for Your Orthopedic Surgeon Job Search
Tailor your CV to each practice model
Hospital-employed positions want evidence of productivity metrics and call coverage, while private practice groups prioritize surgical volume and case mix breadth. Swap the emphasis in your CV depending on which type of group you're targeting, rather than submitting one generic document.
Highlight fellowship training with case logs
Fellowship-trained surgeons compete on subspecialty depth, not breadth. Include your case log totals by procedure category on your CV so hiring committees can immediately confirm you meet their volume thresholds for sports reconstruction, arthroplasty, or spine without having to ask.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists orthopedic surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Request a surgical suite walkthrough before interviews
Before your formal interview day, ask whether you can tour the OR and review available implant systems and technology. This signals seriousness and lets you ask informed questions about surgical support, turnover times, and first-assist staffing during the interview itself.
Prepare patient outcome data for your interview
Search committees increasingly ask candidates to present complication rates, patient-reported outcome scores, or readmission data from their current practice. Pull that data before your interview cycle starts so you can speak to it fluently rather than scrambling after an offer request.
Negotiate non-salary terms specific to surgery
After an offer arrives, prioritize negotiating OR block time, call frequency, implant vendor relationships, and tail coverage terms in your malpractice policy. These operational details affect your daily practice quality and long-term liability far more than standard employment benefits.
Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most orthopedic surgeons?
The companies hiring the most orthopedic surgeons right now include Concentra, Dane Street, and CommonSpirit Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large hospital systems and multispecialty physician groups consistently account for the highest volume of active postings.
How many orthopedic surgeon jobs are remote?
About 10% of orthopedic surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is low relative to most medical specialties given the hands-on nature of surgical practice. Roles with the highest remote component tend to be in telemedicine follow-up care, preoperative consultations, and administrative or medical director positions rather than operative surgery.
How do you become an orthopedic surgeon?
Becoming an orthopedic surgeon requires completing a four-year undergraduate degree, four years of medical school, and a five-year accredited orthopedic surgery residency. Most surgeons then complete a one-year subspecialty fellowship before entering practice. After residency, you must pass written and oral board examinations through the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery to achieve full certification.
How do you get hired as an orthopedic surgeon with little experience?
New attendings entering their first position should emphasize fellowship training, research publications, and procedural case logs rather than years in practice, since most employers expect early-career candidates to have limited independent experience. Targeting academic medical centers or group practices with structured mentorship programs and graduated call responsibilities makes a strong entry point for surgeons straight out of training.
What does the orthopedic surgeon interview process look like?
The orthopedic surgeon interview process typically begins with a phone or video screening by a physician recruiter or department chair, followed by an in-person visit lasting one to two days. During the site visit you'll meet with surgeons, administrative leaders, and often hospital executives, tour surgical facilities, and present your clinical background. A formal offer with contract review follows for finalists, often several weeks after the visit.
Where can I find and apply to orthopedic surgeon jobs?
You can find and apply to orthopedic surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your subspecialty and practice model preferences, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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