Spine Surgeon Jobs
Spine Surgeon jobs are open across hospital systems, academic medical centers, orthopedic groups, and ambulatory surgery centers, from early-career fellowship graduates to experienced attending and department-chief levels, with specializations in minimally invasive techniques, complex deformity correction, and trauma. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description:
When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.”About this role:
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon part of the Orthopedic Trauma team at Intermountain Health, you will work with a large system-wide team of healthcare professionals committed to providing quality care and excellent patient experience.
In this role, you can anticipate:
- Practicing at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital and Lutheran Orthopedic Trauma
- M-F workweek with dedicated clinic and OR days
An ideal candidate will have experience in spine surgery and advanced spine care.
How we'll support you:
Compensation: Our competitive compensation consists of a base salary of $891,000 plus a wRVU incentive.
We care about your well-being which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development.
What you’ll bring:
We hire people, not words on paper. But we also expect excellence, which is why we require:
- Current unrestricted CO license or able to obtain, required
- MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine
- ACGME accredited residency training in Orthopedic Surgery
- Fellowship trained in Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Board certified in Spine Surgery
- BLS certification and DEA
- Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process
About us:
Intermountain Health is a model health system by providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals, 385 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across seven states in the mountain west.
Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us.
What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health?
It means joining the Power of We, building an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Realizing each caregiver and volunteer is vital to providing care to our patients, because WE can only achieve the extraordinary together. Committed to the best in research and most advanced technology, the results are better clinical patient outcomes.
Life in Colorado
Lutheran Medical Center is a 338-bed Level II Trauma Center that provides comprehensive, specialty care to the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Dating back to 1905, we are proud of the rich history and inspiring mission our hospital has embodied for over 110 years.
Location:
Intermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork City:
Wheat RidgeWork State:
ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:
40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$7.25 - $999.99We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.
All positions subject to close without notice.
Job Description:
When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.”About this role:
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon part of the Orthopedic Trauma team at Intermountain Health, you will work with a large system-wide team of healthcare professionals committed to providing quality care and excellent patient experience.
In this role, you can anticipate:
- Practicing at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital and Lutheran Orthopedic Trauma
- M-F workweek with dedicated clinic and OR days
An ideal candidate will have experience in spine surgery and advanced spine care.
How we'll support you:
Compensation: Our competitive compensation consists of a base salary of $891,000 plus a wRVU incentive.
We care about your well-being which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development.
What you’ll bring:
We hire people, not words on paper. But we also expect excellence, which is why we require:
- Current unrestricted CO license or able to obtain, required
- MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine
- ACGME accredited residency training in Orthopedic Surgery
- Fellowship trained in Orthopedic Spine Surgery
- Board certified in Spine Surgery
- BLS certification and DEA
- Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process
About us:
Intermountain Health is a model health system by providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals, 385 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across seven states in the mountain west.
Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us.
What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health?
It means joining the Power of We, building an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Realizing each caregiver and volunteer is vital to providing care to our patients, because WE can only achieve the extraordinary together. Committed to the best in research and most advanced technology, the results are better clinical patient outcomes.
Life in Colorado
Lutheran Medical Center is a 338-bed Level II Trauma Center that provides comprehensive, specialty care to the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Dating back to 1905, we are proud of the rich history and inspiring mission our hospital has embodied for over 110 years.
Location:
Intermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork City:
Wheat RidgeWork State:
ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:
40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$7.25 - $999.99We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.
All positions subject to close without notice.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in spine surgeon jobs.
- Board certification or eligibility in orthopedic surgery or neurosurgery with a spine fellowship
- Active medical license in the state of practice and eligibility for hospital privileges
- Fellowship training in spine surgery from an ACGME-accredited or equivalent program
- Proficiency in minimally invasive lumbar and cervical surgical techniques
- Experience with spinal deformity correction, including scoliosis and kyphosis procedures
- Familiarity with robotic-assisted spine surgery platforms and intraoperative imaging systems
Tips for Your Spine Surgeon Job Search
Tailor your CV to case volume
Spine surgery hiring committees want specifics. Break your CV into procedure categories, listing approximate annual case volumes for lumbar fusions, cervical decompressions, and deformity corrections separately. Vague summaries get passed over when competing candidates list real numbers.
Highlight fellowship subspecialty early
Whether your fellowship was deformity, trauma, or minimally invasive, name it in your CV header and opening paragraph. Many spine programs filter candidates by subspecialty before reading further, so burying this detail costs you interviews you'd otherwise earn.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists spine surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research implant and technology preferences
Before applying, check whether the group uses a preferred implant vendor or robotic platform like Mazor or ExcelsiusGPS. Mentioning familiarity with their specific technology in your cover letter signals you'll integrate quickly and reduces their training burden.
Prepare a structured case presentation
Many spine surgery interviews include a clinical case review. Practice walking through a complex deformity or revision case out loud, covering your workup, implant selection rationale, intraoperative decisions, and outcomes. Committees judge surgical judgment as much as credentials.
Negotiate call burden and RVU structure together
Spine surgeons often underestimate how heavily call frequency affects career satisfaction. During offer discussions, ask for the exact call schedule, how trauma call affects your elective block time, and whether the RVU target accounts for call-generated cases.
Spine Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most spine surgeons?
The most active employers for spine surgeons right now are Dane Street, Shriners Children's, and HCA Houston Healthcare, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers and large orthopedic and neurosurgery groups tend to post the highest volumes of spine-specific openings.
How many spine surgeon jobs are remote?
About 57% of spine surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of surgical practice. The small remote share is concentrated in telehealth consultation roles, pre-operative planning, and second-opinion services rather than primary surgical positions.
How do you become a spine surgeon?
You complete a four-year medical degree, then a five- to seven-year residency in orthopedic surgery or neurosurgery, followed by a one- to two-year spine fellowship. After fellowship, you pursue board certification through the relevant specialty board and obtain a state medical license before applying for hospital privileges at your practice site.
How do you get hired as a spine surgeon with little experience?
Most spine surgeon roles require fellowship completion, so the entry point is finishing a recognized spine fellowship and presenting strong case logs. Early-career candidates improve their chances by targeting academic programs that value teaching interest, joining groups that need coverage in a specific subspecialty like deformity or trauma, and leveraging fellowship program director connections for warm introductions.
What does the spine surgeon interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen with a physician recruiter or department chief, followed by an in-person visit that includes meetings with the surgical team, hospital administrators, and department leadership. A clinical case presentation or grand rounds talk is common at academic programs. Final-round discussions shift to contract terms, call schedule, and practice setup.
Where can I find and apply to spine surgeon jobs?
You can find and apply to spine surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your subspecialty and experience level, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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