Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon - Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Commonwealth Medical Services

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Work arrangement
On-site
Location
Roanoke Rapids, NC, US
Compensation
Not disclosed
Apply by
April 14, 2027

About this role

Orthopedic Surgeon – Joint Replacement

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

A community-basedorthopedic surgery practiceinRoanoke Rapids, North Carolinais seeking aBoard Eligible or Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeonwith a primary focus ontotal joint replacement surgeryto meet a significant community need.New graduates and visa candidates are encouraged to apply.

The selected surgeon will join aregional orthopedic service line, providing comprehensive orthopedic care across eastern North Carolina and benefiting from strong collaboration with subspecialty and trauma teams.

Opportunity Highlights include:

  • Employment within aphysician-led healthcare organization
  • Hospital privileges at acommunity hospital
  • Opportunity created byphysician retirement
  • Established practice with3 orthopedic surgeons and 4 advanced practice providers
  • On-site radiology and physical therapy support
  • Clinic co-located with arehabilitation department, including:
    • 7 therapists and 5 therapy assistants
    • In-ground therapy pool,
  • Establishedtotal joint programwith a dedicated orthopedic and joint replacement unit
  • Built-in referral network
  • Shared call coverage
  • Strong support from aregional orthopedic service lineand anorthopedic trauma teamat a nearby tertiary medical center
  • Full spectrum of specialty care support, including:
    • Cardiology
    • Nephrology
    • General Surgery
    • Urology
    • Critical Care
    • Wound Care
  • Convenient location alongInterstate 95, approximately1.5 hours from Richmond, Virginia, and1.5 hours from the Research Triangle (Raleigh–Durham–Chapel Hill)
  • Close proximity toLake Gaston, offering excellent work–life balance
  • Affordable cost of living

Requirements

Education & Training

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree required
  • Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency program
  • Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Replacement preferred but not required
  • New graduates encouraged to apply

Certification & Licensure

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted North Carolina medical license
  • Eligible for hospital privileges
  • Visa candidates welcome (must meet applicable federal and state requirements)

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits include:

  • Annual administrative stipend
  • Relocation assistance
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  • Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
  • Retirement plans with employer matching (401(k)/457 options)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance

Additional opportunities may includestate and regional loan-repayment programs, sign-on bonuses, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipendsfor qualified candidates.

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