Elite Total Joint Surgeon Wanted: Join Missouri's Orthopedic Dream Team at DePaul

Join the Premier Orthopedic Center of Excellence in Missouri

SSM Health DePaul Hospital seeks an exceptional, fellowship-trained Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacements 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:

• 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
• Research Opportunities: Potential to participate in clinical research and innovation

The Ideal Candidate:

We're seeking a surgeon who demonstrates:

• Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Surgery
• Exceptional technical skills in hip and knee 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

About SSM Health DePaul Hospital:

SSM Health DePaul Hospital has established itself as a leader in orthopedic excellence in Missouri. Our Center of Excellence model integrates exceptional clinical care, advanced technology, and continuous quality improvement to deliver superior outcomes for our patients. With strong institutional support and a commitment to growth, we offer the ideal environment for a surgeon seeking both clinical excellence and career advancement.

About SSM Health

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It’s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.