Orthopedic Surgeon to join growing team at Christian Hospital in St. Louis - Military veterans preferred

Additional Information About the Role

• See a full-scope practice of orthopedic surgery
• Specialty areas of interest are welcome
• EPIC EMR
• Highly established primary care referral network (be busy right away!)
• Strong organizational support and recognition
• APP support in clinic and hospital rounding
• Call coverage is 1:4; very rarely if ever get called in on a weekend
• Hospitalist admit for orthopedic surgeons 

Compensation & Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive two-year guarantee 
• Fellowship stipend option to earn income while finishing training
• $100,000 Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous Sign-on bonus
• $20,000 Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, dental, vision, disability, life and more
• Malpractice/tail insurance covered
• Matching 401k, 403b, 457b, and pension plan
• CME allowance and time off

Hospital Affiliation: 

•  is a BJC Healthcare affiliated Hospital. is one of the leading health systems in the nation.
• was nationally ranked as “high performing” by The U.S. News in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and multiple conditions including heart attack, heart failure and stroke

• Atractions include the St. Louis Zoo, Forest Park, The Muny, Busch Stadium, The City Museum, St. Louis Art Museum, Peabody Opera house, Fox Theatre and more
• Professional sports include the Stanley Cup winning Blues, World Series winning Cardinals and our brand new St. Louis CITY Soccer team!
• Ample fine-dining, wineries, and microbreweries
• Low cost-of-living with a healthy balanced real estate market in a major metropolitan area
• Ambundant public and private school options
• Family-friendly communities that are safe, inviting, and great for kids
• Easy access to Lambert International Airport

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Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region.

Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

St. Louis Bone & Joint Care specializes in Orthopedic medicine and is located in North St. Louis, MO.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Ensures optimal care and promotes safety of patients admitted to assigned service in cooperation with the private attending staff and nursing staff. Communicates with staff, patients, and families.

 

Responsibilities

Manages the medical care of assigned patients.

Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the health care team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes.

Performs and documents histories and physicals in the patient's medical record as required by hospital by-laws.

Supervises and instructs medical students and residents assigned to service. Assists in the learning needs of residents and students as assessed.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Doctorate

- Medicine

Experience

2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Licensed Physician

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer