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Essentia Health3mo ago

Physician - Spine Ortho Surgery - Brainerd, MN

Brainerd, Minnesota · Full-time
$901,000listed on source · unverified
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Physician - Spine Ortho Surgery - Brainerd, MN
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Essentia Health

Physician - Spine Ortho Surgery - Brainerd, MN

Brainerd, MinnesotaPosted 3mo agoattending physician
$901,000Pay listed on source · unverifiedThis amount came from the source listing and SalaryDr has not verified it. Confirm the current package with the employer.
Orthopedic Surgery·Full-time·Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm; 32+ contact hours in clinic over 4 days per week or flexible over 5 days; hospital rounding is a small component
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Overview

Location
Brainerd, Minnesota
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm; 32+ contact hours in clinic over 4 days per week OR flexible over 5 days; hospital rounding is a small component
Source-listed pay
$901,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Orthopedic group practice with new Musculoskeletal Center and outpatient surgery center buy-in opportunity · Clinic and hospital (Essentia Health St. Joseph's)

Role summary

This full-time Spine Orthopedic Surgery position in Brainerd, MN offers a base salary of $901,000 plus potential bonuses, with a clinic-focused schedule Monday through Friday and support from advanced practice providers. Benefits include comprehensive insurance coverage, 401(k) with employer contributions, flexible scheduling, and professional development opportunities.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Primarily outpatient with some inpatient consultation and rounding
  • Patient population: Regional service area population approximately 115,000
  • APP collaboration or supervision is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$901k
Physician-reported total comp$650k–$860k · $785k median
$620kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$931k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$901,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
ements: Qualifications:Accepting MD or DO candidates who are BE/BC in Orthopedic Surgery. COMPENSATION $901,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonus
Observed
1 wk ago
Compensation model
Base compensation of $901,000 with potential additional bonuses, quality incentives, OR production-based compensation
Bonus / incentives
Bonuses, quality incentives, or production-based compensation may be provided

Benefits named in the posting

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Training and tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Generous time off
  • Wellness resources
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Essentia Health

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Facility & Community

Brainerd, Minnesota
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Facility details
Practice setting
Orthopedic group practice with new Musculoskeletal Center and outpatient surgery center buy-in opportunity
Facility type
Clinic and hospital (Essentia Health St. Joseph's)
Patient population
Regional service area population approximately 115,000
EHR
Not stated in posting
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Minnesota
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Orthopedic group practice with new Musculoskeletal Center and outpatient surgery center buy-in opportunity

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $901,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm; 32+ contact hours in clinic over 4 days per week or flexible over 5 days; hospital rounding is a small component
Shift type
Day
Patient volume
Anticipated weekly volume of 10 inpatient consultants and 75 outpatient office patients
Inpatient / outpatient
Primarily outpatient with some inpatient consultation and rounding
FTE
1
Supervises APPs
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
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Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
2 days ago
Extraction confidence
95%
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Full description

Job Description Licensure/Certification Qualifications Exciting Opportunity for a Spine Orthopedic Surgeon in Brainerd, MN Practice Highlights Established Legacy: Join a group that has been serving the Brainerd Lakes area since 1975. Specialty Welcome: While we are a general orthopedic practice, subspecialty training is highly valued. Collaborative Team: Become part of a team of 5 well-established orthopedic surgeons. Ownership Potential: Opportunity to buy into a local Outpatient Surgery Center. Growth and Development: Be part of the development of a new Musculoskeletal Center. Expansion Opportunities: Engage in aggressive outreach initiatives. Immediate Demand: Step into a busy practice ensuring rapid growth of your patient base. Support Staff: Benefit from dedicated PA/NP support. Flexible Schedule: Enjoy 32+ contact hours in the clinic over 4 days per week or 8 hours per day, with flexibility to distribute over 5 days if preferred. Hospital consultations and rounding are a small component of the schedule. Convenient Locations: Clinic: Essentia Health St. Joseph's - Orthopedics Hospital: Essentia Health St. Joseph's Medical Center (only 3.5 miles away) Patient Volume: Inpatient: Anticipated weekly volume of 10 consultants. Outpatient: Anticipated weekly volume of 75 office patients. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Candidate Requirements Qualifications: Accepting MD or DO candidates who are BE/BC in Orthopedic Surgery. COMPENSATION $901,000 . Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation. Location Benefits Prime Location: Brainerd, MN is centrally located in Minnesota, just 125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Community: The Brainerd Lakes Area boasts a population of 65,000 with a regional service area of 115,000. Lifestyle: Discover more about the vibrant community and lifestyle at Explore Brainerd Lakes . Why Join Us? Reputation: Join a well-established and respected practice. Growth: Rapidly grow your patient base in a supportive environment. Community Impact: Make a significant impact in a thriving community. Take the next step in your career and join a team dedicated to excellence in orthopedic care. Apply today to become a part of our dynamic and growing practice in Brainerd, MN! Top of Form Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status. For additional information please contact Liz Huesman, Senior Physician Recruiter 701-261-6824 Elizabeth.Huesman@EssentiaHealth.org Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000. Job Location: Brainerd Clinic Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) FTE: 1

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