Community Health Systems

Orthopedic Surgery Position in Northwest Arkansas | High Volume

Springdale, AR

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Northwest Medical Center - Springdale is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our multi-specialty group in beautiful [Springdale, Arkansas][1].

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Full-time, hospital employed position (no locums or part-time)
  • A full range of specialized services, including joint replacement, sports medicine, and advanced diagnostic testing
  • Joining a well-established group with a reputation for excellence in the community
  • Work in a supportive environment with established referral base of PCPs and specialists
  • Robust onboarding, marketing, and physician outreach support
  • Strong clinical and administrative support with experienced APC staff
  • Open to new graduates or experienced surgeons
  • Must be board-certified or board-eligible and have completed U.S. residency training
  • J1 visa support is NOT available at this location

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE MAY INCLUDE:

  • Generous compensation with bonus incentives
  • Relocation assistance
  • Commencement bonus
  • Medical loan repayment assistance
  • Residency/fellowship stipend for qualifying candidates
  • Malpractice
  • Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
  • Paid CME time with annual allowance
  • Personal time off (PTO)

NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER - SPRINGDALE - Providing Quality Care.

The hospital is a 222-bed, full-service medical center supported by 270 physicians, offering a strong clinical infrastructure and collaborative medical staff. It is accredited by The Joint Commission and holds multiple distinctions for quality and outcomes, including Advanced Primary Stroke Center (Gold Seal of Approval), Accredited Chest Pain Center, the Governor’s Award for Performance Excellence, and a nationally recognized Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.

The system includes a broad network of affiliated facilities and supports a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialties, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, neurology, oncology, orthopedics, emergency medicine, gastroenterology, pulmonology, psychiatry, and multiple surgical subspecialties, making it an ideal environment for physicians seeking a high-quality, well-supported, and multidisciplinary practice.

SPRINGDALE, AR - Where Community Feels Like Home.

Springdale, Arkansas is a rapidly growing city in the northwest part of the state, known for its family-friendly atmosphere, strong healthcare network, and affordable living. As part of the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers Metropolitan Area, it offers easy access to the natural beauty of the Ozark Mountains and nearby outdoor recreation at places like Beaver Lake. The local economy is anchored by major employers like Tyson Foods and J.B. Hunt, offering stability and growth potential. The community provides excellent schools, parks, and a low cost of living, which makes it ideal for physicians seeking a healthy work-life balance.

With a growing demand for healthcare, Springdale offers opportunities to make a significant impact in a thriving region. Whether it's for outdoor activities, professional growth, or family-friendly living, Springdale presents an appealing environment for physicians to establish both their career and personal life.

[1]: https://explorespringdale.com/

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 14 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, and Pennsylvania to Arizona, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.

Location Insights

  • A-

    Public Schools

  • A-

    Overall

  • B+

    Access to Parks

  • B+

    Access to Restaurants

  • B+

    Commute

  • B+

    Cost of Living

  • Total Population

    86,705

  • Median Rent

    $920

  • Median Home Value

    $206,400

  • Median Income

    $59,985

Posted January 15, 2026