Physician - Ortho Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN
Overview
- Location
- Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
- Schedule
- Day/Eve/Night rotation · Primary orthopedic calls covered by Advanced Practice Clinician; surgeons provide secondary calls; shared call schedule of 1:4
- Source-listed pay
- $701,000
- Practice
- Clinician-led integrated health care system including clinics and hospital · Hospital and clinics
Not yet verified against the original posting
Role summary
Seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon to join a clinician-led organization in Detroit Lakes, MN with a comprehensive orthopedic practice and a base salary of $701,000 plus additional compensation opportunities. The position includes a 1:4 call schedule supported by Advanced Practice Clinicians, integration with multiple facilities, and a robust benefits package.
What the posting highlights
- Surgeons provide secondary call; Advanced Practice Clinicians provide primary orthopedic calls
- Patient population: Community-based patient population with orthopedic needs including joint replacement, sports medicine, and orthopedic trauma
- APP collaboration or supervision is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
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Compensation
- Employer-listed pay
- $701,000
- Pay context
- Source-listed pay · not yet verified
- Evidence
- dedicated, full-time ED and hospitalist physicians, ensuring comprehensive patient care. COMPENSATION $701,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonus
- Observed
- 1 mo ago
- Compensation model
- Base salary of $701,000 with eligibility for additional compensation including bonuses, quality incentives, OR production-based compensation
- Bonus / incentives
- Eligible to receive bonuses, quality incentives, or production-based compensation
Benefits named in the posting
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous time off
- Wellness resources for physical, mental, and emotional health
Employer
Essentia Health
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Clinician-led integrated health care system including clinics and hospital
- Facility type
- Hospital and clinics
- Patient population
- Community-based patient population with orthopedic needs including joint replacement, sports medicine, and orthopedic trauma
- EHR
- PACS, EMR
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Questions to ask the employer
- Is $701,000 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?
- How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?
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Work Design
- Schedule
- Day/Eve/Night rotation
- Call burden
- Primary orthopedic calls covered by Advanced Practice Clinician; surgeons provide secondary calls; shared call schedule of 1:4
- Coverage model
- Surgeons provide secondary call; Advanced Practice Clinicians provide primary orthopedic calls
- FTE
- 1
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Aggregated (ym_careers)
- Salary label
- Pay not verified
- First seen
- 1 mo ago
- Last verified
- 3 days ago
- Extraction confidence
- 95%
Full description
Job Description Licensure/Certification Qualifications Exciting Opportunity for a Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Join a Thriving, Clinician-Led Organization We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Orthopedic Surgeon to join our well-established and expanding team. This is a unique opportunity to replace a recently retired surgeon and contribute to the growth and enhancement of our services, meeting the needs of our vibrant community. Why Join Us? Comprehensive Practice : Our practice includes Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedic Trauma. You will work alongside one full-time and one casual surgeon, supported by four Advanced Practice Clinicians. Innovative Call System : Primary Orthopedic Calls are managed by an Advanced Practice Clinician, with surgeons providing secondary calls. Enjoy primary access to PACS and EMR systems from home, with a shared call schedule of 1:4 to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Strong Patient Base : Benefit from a loyal patient population and a robust referral network within Essentia Health's integrated care team. Collaborative Environment : Work closely with orthopedic teams at Essentia Health facilities in Fargo, ND, and Duluth, MN. Our physical and occupational therapy departments are committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Supportive Hospital Staff : Our affiliated Essentia Health Hospital employs dedicated, full-time ED and hospitalist physicians, ensuring comprehensive patient care. COMPENSATION $701,000. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation. Ideal Location Picturesque Community : Detroit Lakes, MN, is centrally located in the heart of the Lakes Area, offering year-round outdoor activities. Convenient Access : Just one hour from Fargo and three hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul. Regional Service Area : Our service area includes 7 clinics and one hospital, ensuring a broad and diverse patient base. Join Us in Detroit Lakes, MN If you are a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon looking for a rewarding career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we invite you to apply. Help us continue to provide exceptional care to our community while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Apply Today! About Essentia Health: Essentia Health is a large nonprofit integrated healthcare system located in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. We offer careers like nowhere else. 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: St Marys - Detroit Lakes Clinic Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) FTE: 1