The largest orthopedic practice in south GA is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery. The physician will lead the orthopedic trauma service line for the group, as well as, be a key player with the local trauma center, related to the development of trauma protocols. Exciting opportunity to establish the trauma service for a new level 2 program.

The current practice has 10 total physicians, 7 full time partners and 3 employed physicians. The group has orthopedic physicians specializing in sports medicine, spine and joints as well as two interventional pain physicians. This opportunity comes with partnership tracks for the practice as well as the ambulatory surgery center, including all ancillary services.

Position Description:

• Establish trauma service line for a new level 2 program
• Shared Call with other general orthopedists
• Guaranteed salary with bonus potential
• Office coverage for post call
• We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package that includes a strong base salary, bonus program, health insurances, malpractice insurance, 401k with matching, CME time with financial support, relocation assistance, sign on bonus and more

The regional Medical Center is a 419-licensed bed health system comprised of a main campus and three satellite campuses. We serve 400,000 residents in a 15-county medical service area covering South Georgia and North Florida. We offer robotic-assisted surgeries, a renowned open-heart surgery program, thriving comprehensive Cancer Center, a state of art Burn Center and other advanced services normally found only in metropolitan hospitals.

Valdosta boasts a thriving business community, superb educational system , affordable housing, and endless opportunities for recreation, entertainment and the arts.Enjoy a short scenic drive to the pristine beaches of Florida s Atlantic and Gulf Coast. Access to Atlanta, Jacksonville and Tallahassee. Enjoy a vibrant downtown, eateries & tranquil cityparks. We have an abundance of family amenities including sport leagues, swim/tennis/golf & country clubs. We arehome to Moody Air Force Base and Georgia s very own Valdosta State University with over 14,000 students. Our local regional airport has non-stop flights to Atlanta. Come see why we are the Azalea City of the South.

One of the more appealing aspects of Valdosta is our great location. Located just miles from the Florida border all of Florida s main attractions including Tallahassee, Jacksonville, and Orlando, and the beautiful beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and the east coast are within a 2-3 hour drive.

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