AI summary
Hospital-employed Spine Orthopedic Surgeon role in Syracuse, joining St. Josephs Health’s newly launched Orthopedic Surgery Program. You’ll be a founding surgeon helping build a new orthopedic practice with leadership input, operating from one hospital campus and an affiliated ASC. Standout perks include a $630k-$760k base, $50k starting bonus, and paid malpractice with tail.
Key skills
Orthopedic Surgery (board certified/eligible)Spine Surgery fellowship trainingSpine medicine clinical expertiseNew York State medical license (or eligibility)Surgical practice in hospital and ASC settingsShared rotational call (1:4)Collaboration with Surgical PA supportProgram building/leadership input
Pays $630,000-$760,000 base salary (starting total compensation range), plus potential productivity/quality incentives, with a $50,000 starting bonus and up to $25,000 relocation assistance.
You'll thrive here if you want to help build a new spine program from the ground up while working in a hospital-employed setting with strong support and shared call.
Why apply
- Founding surgeon in new program
- Paid malpractice with tail coverage
- CME time plus $4,500 allowance
St. Josephs Health is proud to announce the launch of our new Orthopedic Surgery Program, and we are actively seeking a fellowship-trained, board-certified or board-eligible Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Spine Medicine to join our growing team.
This is a unique opportunity to be one of the founding surgeons in a newly created hospital-employed orthopedic practicegiving you the chance to help shape the program from the ground up.
Position Highlights:
Hospital-employed opportunity
Be part of a new program with leadership input and growth potential
Operate out of one hospital campus and affiliated ASC
Surgical PA support provided for enhanced efficiency and care delivery
Shared rotational call- 1:4
Requirements
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship training in Spine Surgery NYS medical license or eligibility New grads are encouraged to apply! These opportunities are not accepting J1 or H1B visa candidates. RECRUITMENT PACKAGE St. Josephs Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:Compensation
$630,000-$760,000 base salary The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above. Excellent benefits; including health/vision/dental insurances $50,000 Starting Bonus Up to $25,000 for Relocation Assistance Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision) Paid Malpractice with Tail Coverage CME time & $4,500 annual expense allowance Generous PTO Retirement Savings with Employer Match Loan Repayment:Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced physician leader to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and progressive health system.