MD/DO - Orthopedics - Trauma

MD/DO - Orthopedics - Trauma

La Crosse, WisconsinPosted 1mo agoattending physician
~$785,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 22 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-timeOrthopedic 1:3 call rotation

Overview

Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Schedule
Orthopedic 1:3 call rotation
SalaryDr Signal range
$650k – $858k

22 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare network · Fully integrated Level II Trauma Center

Role summary

Seeking a fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeon to join a physician-led not-for-profit health system at a fully integrated Level II Trauma Center serving a multi-state regional referral area. The role includes a 1:3 orthopedic call rotation, a high-volume trauma practice with elective opportunities, teaching and research involvement, and comprehensive subspecialty support.

What the posting highlights

  • Care setting: Robust trauma practice with opportunity for elective orthopedic interests
  • Patient population: Regional referral from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • 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–$858k · $785k median
$625kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$882k

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

Compensation

What physicians report
$650k – $858k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
22 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Physician-reported total comp$650k–$858k · $785k median
$625kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$882k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 22 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Gundersen Health System (WI/La Crosse)

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EHR
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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare network
Facility type
Fully integrated Level II Trauma Center
Trauma level
Level II
Patient population
Regional referral from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Wisconsin
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare network

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Questions to ask the employer

  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Call burden
Orthopedic 1:3 call rotation
Patient volume
high-volume regional trauma program
Inpatient / outpatient
robust trauma practice with opportunity for elective orthopedic interests
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a BE/BC, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join a growing and respected orthopedic practice in La Crosse, Wisconsin. As part of Emplify Health, formed by the integration of Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health , you will practice within a physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare network serving communities across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. This exceptional opportunity allows you to join two fellowship-trained orthopedic traumatologists within a fully integrated Level II Trauma Center and become part of an established orthopedic department with extensive subspecialty support.

About the Opportunity

  • Join a dedicated team of fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeons in a high-volume regional trauma program
  • Practice within a fully integrated Level II Trauma Center serving a large referral region across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa
  • 1: 1 3 Orthopedic call rotation
  • Anticipated case volumes support a robust trauma practice with the opportunity to maintain concurrent elective orthopedic interests
  • Collaborate with a highly experienced, subspecialty-trained orthopedic team including hand, sports medicine, joint replacement, spine, foot and ankle, and pediatric orthopedic surgeons
  • Strong referral base supported by more than two dozen regional clinic locations
  • Opportunity for outreach and relationship-building with regional and rural communities throughout the service area
  • What Sets Us Apart
  • Physician-led organization with opportunities for leadership development and career growth
  • Established orthopedic department with comprehensive subspecialty support
  • Modern facilities, dedicated trauma resources, and an integrated care model designed to support excellent patient outcomes
  • Strong legacy in medical education , including residency and fellowship programs, active research initiatives, and medical student education
  • Academic affiliation with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
  • Exceptionally low clinician attrition, reflecting a collaborative culture and outstanding quality of life
  • About Emplify Health by Gundersen
  • Regional healthcare network with a flagship campus in La Crosse, Wisconsin
  • More than 30 regional clinics serving communities throughout southwest Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa
  • Large, multispecialty medical group with 1000 + clinicians
  • Supported by more than 15 ,000 employees across the health system
  • Commitment to innovation, education, research, and patient-centered care

Qualifications

  • Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency and Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship
  • ABOS Board Certified or Board Eligible
  • Eligible for medical licensure throughout our multi-state service region
  • Dedication to providing exceptional trauma and fracture care within a collaborative team environment
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive employed compensation model with comprehensive benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance available
  • Relocation assistance and recruitment incentives available
  • Practice stability within a growing, mission-driven health system
  • Competitive time off and CME benefits
  • Affordable cost of living with an exceptional work-life balance
  • About La Crosse, Wisconsin
  • Nestled along the Mississippi River , La Crosse offers an exceptional quality of life with endless outdoor recreation, top-rated schools, vibrant arts and dining, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Surrounded by the scenic bluffs and valleys of the Coulee Region, La Crosse provides the ideal setting to build both a successful career and a fulfilling personal life.

Primary Recruiter

Jon Nevala

Recruiter Email Address

  • JPNevala@emplifyhealth.org
  • We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer