Orthopedic Surgeon – Joint Replacement
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina
A community-based orthopedic surgery practice in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina is seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with a primary focus on total joint replacement surgery to meet a significant community need. New graduates and visa candidates are encouraged to apply.
The selected surgeon will join a regional 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 a physician-led healthcare organization
- Hospital privileges at a community hospital
- Opportunity created by physician retirement
- Established practice with 3 orthopedic surgeons and 4 advanced practice providers
- On-site radiology and physical therapy support
- Clinic co-located with a rehabilitation department, including:
- 7 therapists and 5 therapy assistants
- In-ground therapy pool ,
- Established total joint program with a dedicated orthopedic and joint replacement unit
- Built-in referral network
- Shared call coverage
- Strong support from a regional orthopedic service line and an orthopedic trauma team at a nearby tertiary medical center
- Full spectrum of specialty care support, including:
- Cardiology
- Nephrology
- General Surgery
- Urology
- Critical Care
- Wound Care
- Convenient location along Interstate 95, approximately 1.5 hours from Richmond, Virginia, and 1.5 hours from the Research Triangle (Raleigh–Durham–Chapel Hill)
- Close proximity to Lake 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 include state and regional loan-repayment programs, sign-on bonuses, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipends for qualified candidates.