PHYSICIAN--Spine Institute

OAA Orthopaedic Specialists•Allentown, PA

About The Position

OAA Orthopaedic Specialists, a private practice in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is seeking a full-time, board-certified/board-eligible Spine Surgeon Physician to join our team. This opportunity arises as a senior spine surgeon transitions toward reduced clinical hours, providing an immediate and steady flow of both established and new patients. We are a highly respected, multi-specialty orthopaedic group committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. Our practice has maintained independence and offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment for surgeons interested in building and growing a thriving spine practice. Our comprehensive spine program integrates surgical and non-surgical care, with close collaboration among pain management, chiropractic, non-operative spine specialists, and physical/occupational therapy—all under one roof. This structure allows us to deliver a superior, coordinated patient experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to: Join a well-established and growing spine program Work alongside experienced orthopaedic and pain management specialists Help develop and expand an outpatient spine surgery program in partnership with an ambulatory surgical center Contribute to practice growth and service line development Call Structure: No emergency room call required Backup call only, supported by physician assistants handling first call Additional Opportunities: Accelerated partnership track for experienced candidates Passive income streams (DME, PT/OT, ambulatory surgical center) Lucrative opportunities through legal work and independent medical evaluations The ideal candidate demonstrates clinical excellence, strong surgical skills, and an interest in program development and practice growth.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution
Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery or Neurosurgery
Completion of an accredited residency program
Fellowship training in Spine Surgery
Active or eligibility for unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license
DEA registration (or eligibility)

Nice To Haves

Strong clinical judgment and surgical expertise
Experience with minimally invasive and advanced spine techniques
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Interest or experience in program development and practice growth
Experience in a multi-specialty group setting
Commitment to quality improvement and patient satisfaction

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with spinal conditions, including degenerative disorders, trauma, deformities, and other spine-related pathologies
Perform a full range of spinal surgical procedures, including minimally invasive and complex spine surgeries
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans incorporating surgical and conservative care
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pain management, physical therapy, radiology, and orthopaedic subspecialties
Provide comprehensive pre-operative, operative, and post-operative care
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation
Participate in on-call coverage and hospital rounding as required
Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery expectations
Contribute to growth of the spine service line through outreach and referral development
Adhere to all clinical, ethical, and professional standards