Orthopedic Surgeon - Foot & Ankle
Job at a glance
Job description
St. Mary’s Health System, located in the heart of beautiful Lewiston, Maine, is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with Fellowship training in Foot and Ankle surgery to join our established, collaborative team of experienced, fellowship-trained surgeons.
Opportunity Highlights:
Inherit an Established Practice: No need to spend months ramping up your practice, as the departure of a full time Foot and Ankle surgeon leaves the door wide open to start strong.
Full-Time, Hospital-Employed role in an established, well-respected practice.
New Graduates Welcome – gain experience alongside seasoned surgeons.
Balanced Schedule: Mix of OR and clinic days
Collaborative Environment: Work with a strong support team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), a robust hospitalist program, a Physiatry team, and an exceptional Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy staff.
High Referral Volume: Benefit from a strong referral network supported by primary care providers.
EPIC EMR System used across the system for efficient communication and documentation.
Mission-Based Culture: Be part of a team that values collegiality, innovation, and high-quality, compassionate care.
About the Orthopedics Program:
St. Mary’s Orthopedics program offers comprehensive care, including state-of-the-art joint replacements (total knee, hip, and shoulder), complex fracture surgery, orthopedic spine, sports medicine, and foot & ankle care. Serving Central and Southern Maine with surgeries performed at St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston. With a foot & ankle fellowship program that was running from XXXX – XXXX, there is an established history of our center being the go-to Foot & Ankle practice in the area, with a strong community perception and referral basis.
Offer Details:
Competitive Base Salary with a Sign-On Bonus.
Annual $20,000 Medical Education Loan Reimbursement Program and $10,000 Relocation Assistance.
$4K Annual CME Allowance plus Generous Paid Time Off (granted annually).
Comprehensive Benefits:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Long and Short-Term Disability
Malpractice & Paid Tail Coverage
403(b) with company match and 457(b) with company contribution
Requirements:
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
Completion of an Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Fellowship.
About St. Mary’s Health System:
Join a respected mission-based health system that has served Maine for over 130 years. St. Mary’s includes:
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center - a 233-bed acute care hospital.
St. Mary’s Physician Network - delivering primary and specialty care.
St. Mary’s d’Youville Pavilion - for long-term care.
St. Mary’s Auburn Campus - housing orthopedic, rehab, sleep disorder, plus urgent care.
Location:
Lewiston-Auburn, Maine’s second-largest metropolitan area, is centrally located, just 35 miles from Portland. Known as "Vacationland," Maine offers a remarkable quality of life, boasting:
Four-season outdoor recreation: hiking, skiing, snowboarding, fishing, and more.
Quality educational systems, affordable housing, and family-friendly communities.
Recognition as the #1 state for Public Safety by U.S. News & Reports.
Be part of our team at St. Mary’s Health System, where professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life go hand in hand!
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
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