Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Bridgeton, MissouriPosted 19d agoattending physician
~$770,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 25 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-time

Overview

Location
Bridgeton, Missouri
SalaryDr Signal range
$650k – $850k

25 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Hospital-based orthopedic center of excellence · Hospital

Role summary

SSM Health DePaul Hospital seeks a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle to join a nationally recognized Center of Excellence as a full-time (1.0 FTE) position with access to an established patient panel, advanced surgical technology, and a collaborative team environment.

What the posting highlights

  • Collaborative team-based practice within orthopedic center of excellence
  • Care setting: Primarily surgical (foot and ankle procedures)
  • Patient population: Regional patients from St. Louis metropolitan area with concentration in North County communities
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$650k–$850k · $770k median
$626kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$874k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$650k – $850k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
25 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Bonus / incentives
Productivity-based incentives

Benefits named in the posting

  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Robust retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Substantial CME allowance
  • Student loan repayment options
  • Generous sign-on bonus and relocation package
  • Academic appointment opportunities
Physician-reported total comp$650k–$850k · $770k median
$626kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$874k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 25 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

SSM Health

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Hospital-based orthopedic center of excellence
Facility type
Hospital
Beds
540
Patient population
Regional patients from St. Louis metropolitan area with concentration in North County communities
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Missouri
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Hospital-based orthopedic center of excellence

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Questions to ask the employer

  • 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

Patient volume
Existing patient panel with robust surgical schedule; role focused on reducing wait times and improving access
Inpatient / outpatient
Primarily surgical (foot and ankle procedures)
Coverage model
Collaborative team-based practice within orthopedic center of excellence
FTE
1
Teaching
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 wk ago
Last verified
today
Extraction confidence
75%

Full description

Job Description Join the Premier Orthopedic Center of Excellence in Missouri SSM Health DePaul Hospital seeks an exceptional, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle to join our distinguished Center of Excellence. This opportunity presents the ideal setting for a skilled surgeon who aspires to practice at the highest level while making a significant impact on our growing program. Position Overview Full-Time Opportunity : 1.0 FTE position with our established, respected orthopedic team Immediate Patient Volume : Step into an existing patient panel with a robust surgical schedule Growth-Focused Role : Play a crucial part in expanding the DePaul Orthopedic Center of Excellence Enhanced Access : Help reduce wait times and improve access for new patients seeking specialized care Collaborative Environment : Work alongside nationally recognized orthopedic surgeons committed to excellence The SSM Health DePaul Hospital Difference Our Orthopedic Center of Excellence stands apart from others through Recently completed a $22 million project to create a destination orthopedic center Expanded SSM Health Joint Replacement Center, an inpatient unit with its 9 th Gold Seal designation from the Joint Commission Unmatched commitment to surgical excellence and outstanding outcomes Dedication to evidence-based, innovative approaches to joint replacement Comprehensive, multidisciplinary care model State-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology Supportive leadership invested in your success Culture of continuous improvement and advancement Practice Advantages Built-In Referral Network : Benefit from our extensive on-site referral network providing consistent patient volume Advanced Technology : Access to the latest surgical navigation systems and robotic-assisted platforms Dedicated OR Teams : Work with specialized staff experienced in joint replacement procedures Comprehensive Support : Dedicated clinic staff, surgical coordinators, and administrative support Streamlined Processes : Efficient clinical pathways and protocols to optimize patient care The Ideal Candidate We're seeking a surgeon who demonstrates Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle Surgery Exceptional technical skills in foot and ankle arthroplasty Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care Drive to contribute to program growth and development Collaborative approach to working within a team environment Interest in cutting-edge techniques and technological advancements Missouri licensure or eligibility Comprehensive Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience Productivity-based incentives Generous sign-on bonus and relocation package Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Robust retirement plan with employer contribution Substantial CME allowance Paid malpractice insurance Student loan repayment options Academic appointment opportunities Join Our Mission This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to join a team that's setting new standards in orthopedic care. If you're passionate about surgical excellence, committed to compassionate patient care, and ready to be busy from day one in a practice that distinguishes itself through unmatched excellence, we invite you to apply. About SSM Health DePaul Hospital Opened in 1828, SSM Health DePaul Hospital is a 540-bed, full-service Catholic hospital. SSM DePaul Hospital was the first hospital west of the Mississippi River and remains the oldest continuously existing business in St. Louis. Today, SSM DePaul Hospital serves patients from across the St. Louis metropolitan area, with a concentration in the surrounding communities of Bridgeton, Florissant, Hazelwood, St. Ann, Olivette, St. John, Maryland Heights, and Overland in Missouri. SSM Health DePaul Hospital offers comprehensive medical care, with all private rooms in a convenient, central location, and offers the most advanced technology and procedures, including spine, knee, hip, and weight loss surgery. Orthopedic specialists at the SSM Health Orthopedics Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital campus are known throughout the St. Louis region for offering the most advanced surgical and nonsurgical musculoskeletal treatments. The Joint Replacement Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital is a nationally certified Center of Excellence in Orthopedics and was the first in the St. Louis region to earn this national distinction from The Joint Commission. Expert surgeons give patients and their families in North County and the surrounding areas access to the most comprehensive orthopedic, total joint replacement, and sports medicine care. Community Description Bridgeton, Missouri is an established North St. Louis County community that offers residents a convenient home base with easy access to the amenities of the greater St. Louis metro area. Residents can enjoy local dining, shopping, parks, and recreation, along with nearby access to St. Louis attractions, cultural destinations, major sports venues, entertainment, and regional employment centers. With its neighborhood feel and strong connection to the broader metro area, Bridgeton offers a practical, well-located place to live while staying close to everything St. Louis has to offer. SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com. Facility & Address MO-SSM Health Orthopedics 12349 DePaul 12349 DePaul Drive Bridgeton, MO 63044 Contact Information Randy Bullington, CPRP Physician and Provider Recruiter Phone: 557-203-5035 Email: Click to email