Orthopedic Surgeon - Private Practice | Jackson, MS suburb | Partnership Track

Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, Mississippi is recruiting a board-certified or board-eligible General Orthopedic Surgeon to support growing community demand and hospital coverage needs.

Overview:

Practice within a physician-focused environment while benefiting from the referral network and stability of Merit Health River Oaks. This opportunity is ideal for a general surgeon seeking clinical autonomy, broad case variety, and strong administrative partnership.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time opportunity with balanced general orthopedic case mix (joints, fracture/trauma, sports medicine) covering a primary service area of 225K+
• Modern OR-suites, dedicated block time, efficient & tenured surgical teams, 24/7 anesthesia coverage
• 19-bed ED, Level III trauma with approximately 25,000 ED visits in 2025
• Collaborative relationship with established local private groups and primary care networks
• Supportive administration focused on program growth and clinical quality

Compensation & Benefits:

• Regionally competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Commencement bonus, relocation assistance, and CME allowance
• Medical education loan assistance and comprehensive benefit package
• Partnership track opportunity within a top-tier regional orthopedic group

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Merit Health River Oaks is a 160-bed acute care hospital located in Flowood, Mississippi. The hospital provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, including preventive, diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitative care.

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