Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Description

Specialization:
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery

Job Summary:

Midstate Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center in Alexandria, LA is seeking an orthopedic trauma surgeon to join their multidisciplinary team at Rapides Regional Medical Center.  
 
Qualified Candidates:

• Orthopedic trauma fellowship training required
• Ideal candidate will be comfortable with a large volume of complex trauma-operative cases including pelvis/acetabulum, periarticular fractures, upper and lower extremity.
• Board-eligible or certified
• Shared call schedule with 7 nights per month expected at Level 2 trauma center
• Elective practice allowed/encouraged at candidate’s discretion
• Orthopedic Trauma surgical block established

Incentive/Benefits Package:

• 1-2 year track to partnership
• Future group owned, orthopedic Ambulatory Surgery Center investment
• Superior benefits; 401k, health, disability, life, and other insurance types available
• Paid professional liability
• Excellent CME and dues allowance
• Relocation and possible student loan repayment

About Midstate Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center

• Orthopedic Multispecialty Private Practice, established group for 30 years in Central Louisiana
• Will join established Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon with 18 years of experience in the area
• Group practice has subspecialists in joint replacement (hip/knee/shoulder) and revision, hand, trauma, sports medicine

About Rapides Regional Medical Center

• Rapides Regional Medical Center is an award-winning hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana, providing a wide array of care to 13 parishes across Central Louisiana with draw of 500,000+
• A 380-bed hospital includes Rapides Women's and Children's Hospital, featuring obstetrical/gynecological, pediatric, and pediatric intensive care services; Rapides Cancer Center, offering a range of services for cancer patients; Rapides Heart Center, featuring comprehensive cardiac care from prevention to treatment to surgery; and the area's largest emergency department, offering the community the only Level II Trauma Center.
• The medical staff includes doctors in 30+ medical specialties
• With a continued emphasis on progressive care, Rapides Regional has grown to meet the continually changing needs of our patients and the rapidly advancing technology of modern healthcare.

Alexandria is located in the heart of Louisiana and is an attractive, family-oriented community. The area is also referred to as a “Sportsman’s Paradise” with lakes, golf courses, biking trails, hunting, fishing and water sports. This diverse, welcoming community features excellent schools, universities, neighborhoods, museums, cultural events & festivals, among many others. For travelers, the local Alexandria airport (AEX) provides the option for international travel through connections in Atlanta  and Dallas in less than an hour. Enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, making Alexandria home and the start of your successful, thriving healthcare career.