Orthopedic Surgeon

Family Health West • Fruita, CO

354d

About The Position

At Family Health West, you will be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs that empower and inspire our patients. You will contribute to providing unmatched care in western Colorado, working in a facility that feels like home, founded by the community in 1946. Family Health West offers a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourish, focusing on improving outcomes for patients through a network of healthcare services including a critical access hospital, rehab providers, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, and more. The ideal candidate will specialize in general orthopedic surgery, providing a full complement of orthopedic services, including joint replacements. The position allows for the autonomy of private practice while being employed, with all administrative duties managed by the organization. You will work closely with a multi-specialty group and communicate well with patients and colleagues.

Requirements

• Board-certified/Board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Colorado and holds a DEA License in good standing.
• Immunizations required for employment, including COVID-19.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in teaching clinical staff, students, or residents.
• Interest in community involvement and outreach services.

Responsibilities

• Provide full spectrum of orthopedic care including elective cases and surgical procedures.
• Perform small soft tissue repairs to large bone fractures and total joint replacements.
• Supervise advanced practice clinicians and provide outreach services as needed.
• Teach clinical staff, students, or residents as part of the Medical Education philosophy.
• Collaborate with a multi-specialty group to develop and grow the orthopedic program.

Benefits

• Compensation package includes salary guarantee and relocation package.
• CME allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule.
• Medical Plan Options including PPO and High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account.
• Dental and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Disability Insurance with Short and Long Term Options.
• Critical Illness and Accident Plans.
• Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/Flex Savings/Dependent Childcare.
• Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees