Description
We are seeking a fellowship-trained or board-eligible/board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon to join a new employed practice at our Orthopaedic Center of Excellence in Corinth, Mississippi.
The Opportunity This is a rare ground-floor chance to build and lead a comprehensive orthopaedic program with the full backing of a well-resourced regional health system. You'll step into an established patient base, consistent surgical volume, and a service area with clear unmet demand, with no major local competition. The incoming surgeon has the flexibility to define scope of practice and develop a subspecialty focus aligned with their training and interests.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Joint replacement (total and partial hip and knee)
- Sports medicine and arthroscopic procedures
- Trauma and fracture care, including hip fractures
- Hand, wrist, and upper extremity
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Shoulder: rotator cuff, labrum, and instability
- General orthopaedic spine
- Inpatient consultations and emergency coverage
Clinical Environment
- 1,280+ orthopaedic surgical cases annually (1,282 in 2024; 1,286 in 2025)
- DaVinci Robotic Systems, Xi and Si platforms on site
- Full imaging suite: MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound, and lab
- Comprehensive anesthesia team (MD and CRNA)
- Dedicated orthopaedic nursing staff and Joint Care Coordinator
- On-site rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Advanced EMR (Meditech) with Dragon dictation
Market Advantage
- Nearest major orthopaedic competition is 60+ miles away in Tupelo
- Primary service area of ~130,000 across 6-7 counties in North Mississippi and Southwest Tennessee
- Strong primary care referral network and loyal patient base
Awards & Recognition
- Healthgrades Orthopaedic Surgery Excellence Award
- Top 10% nationally for overall orthopaedic services
- 5-star rating in hip fracture treatment, four consecutive years
- 2024 BCBS Comprehensive Quality Model Top Performer
- Fully accredited by DNV | Level 3 Trauma Center with residency programs
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary at 75th percentile MGMA; productivity bonus rewarding acuity and surgical complexity
- Signing bonus, relocation, and residency stipend, all negotiable; J1/H1b sponsorship available
- 30 days PTO; CME 5 days plus $3,000; health insurance 100% covered, no deductible (Tier 1)
- 401(a) with 6% employer match plus automatic 2% employer contribution; 457(b) and 403(b) available; malpractice under Mississippi Tort Claims Act with sovereign immunity and tail coverage
Schedule Competitive full-time FTE schedule with dedicated OR blocks and integrated outpatient clinic. Call structure designed for reasonable work-life balance. Schedule flexibility based on physician preference.
About Corinth, Mississippi
- Historic, affordable, family-friendly community in the scenic hills of Northeast Mississippi
- Strong schools, low cost of living, outdoor recreation, and easy commute to Memphis, TN
Reach out if you would like to set up some time to hear more details!
