Orthopedic Surgery, General Orthopedic Surgeon - $50K Sign-On | J-1 Visa Sponsorship | Henders

General Orthopedic Surgery Opportunity
\n Deaconess Clinic Henderson, KY

Build a high-volume practice quickly with strong referral support, dedicated OR access, and a clear path to exceeding $1M+ income.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

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• Immediate Volume: Step into an established referral network with strong demand across a large regional service area
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• Established Walk-In Clinic staffed by experienced advanced practice providers new patient opportunities.
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• Efficient Practice Model: Integrated system with Epic across inpatient and outpatient settings
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• Balanced Schedule: Mix of clinic, OR, and manageable call.
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• Support to Grow: Access to rehab, urgent ortho care, and primary care feeders.
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• Dedicated OR block time at very close acute care hospital.
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• Opportunity to participate in partially physician-owned ambulatory surgery center.
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• Consistent APP support with entire practice, outpatient and inpatient
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• Partner hospital is very experienced in orthopedic care and surgery techniques.
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• Supported by Orthopedic Traumatologists
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Practice Overview

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• General Orthopedics (1.0 FTE)
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• Clinic + Surgical Practice + APP Support
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• Call: 1:4
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• Inpatient Coverage: ~7 days/month
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• Opportunity to ramp up quickly.
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What Your Day Looks Like

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• Outpatient clinic with consistent referral flow
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• Surgical cases supported by hospital infrastructure and care coordination teams.
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• Collaboration with primary care and rehab services to maintain continuity of care.
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• 5-10 cases per week average (annual average ortho does 350 cases per year)
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• Call coverage supported by APPs as physician wishes.
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Compensation

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• $800,000 guaranteed (Year 1) + productivity opportunity
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• Many physicians exceed initial guarantee based on volume.
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• Productivity model after Year 1 with additional quality incentives
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• Earning potential exceeding $1M
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Additional Incentives

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• $50,000 sign-on bonus (5-year agreement)
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• Up to $15,000 relocation
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• Full benefits package including 401(k) and 457(b).
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• Malpractice with tail coverage
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• 5 weeks PTO + 1 week CME
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Why Physicians Choose This Market

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• Large regional draw area across Southern Indiana, Western Kentucky, and Southern Illinois
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• Level II Trauma Center referrals.
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• Ability to build a busy, financially rewarding practice quickly.
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• Lower cost of living with access to a metro area (Evansville)
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Location

Henderson, KY 10 minutes from Evansville, IN

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• Regional population ~300K+
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• Easy access to Nashville, Louisville, and St. Louis
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• Family-friendly community with strong schools and outdoor recreation
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Candidate Requirements

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• BC/BE in Orthopedic Surgery
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• J-1 candidates welcome to apply.
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Ready to Join Our Team?
\n Contact Shannon Clements, Senior Physician Recruiter, for more information or to apply:

270-952-1116
[email protected]