Orthopedics Physician
Curative
Emmett, ID, 83617, USA
Emmett, ID, 83617, USA
- $709,000 p/year
- Healthcare
- orthopedic surgery
- hip replacement
- knee replacement
The Orthopedics Physician specializes in general orthopedic surgery, including hip and knee replacements using advanced Velas robotic technology, shoulder replacements, and arthroscopic procedures. The role involves both outpatient clinical work and surgical operations with a flexible schedule and no call requirements. It is based in a rural hospital setting with full surgical and imaging capabilities, offering a competitive compensation package and growth potential by attracting patients from nearby areas.
Position: General Orthopedic Surgery
- Hip/knee replacements (new Velas robot technology)
- Shoulder replacements, arthroscopic procedures
- Injections, carpal tunnel release, non-surgical treatments
- No spine surgery required
Practice Overview
- Volume: 30 encounters/day clinic, 2-3 surgeries/OR day
- Service Area: Gem County ( 18,000 population)
- Growth Potential: Capturing patients traveling to Boise
Schedule
- Clinical: 2.5 days/week outpatient
- OR: 2 days/week surgical
- Admin: 0.5 day/week
- Flexibility: Open to 4-day work week
- Call: None required
- Hours: 8-hour days, flexible scheduling
Technology & Infrastructure
- New Velas Robotic System - precision cutting, enhanced accuracy
- OR Team: 8 personnel including 2 CRNAs + 2 PRN backup
- Management: Experienced managers (Beth/Sarah) with orthopedic background
- Hospital: 16-bed Critical Access with full surgical capabilities
- Imaging: 128-slice CT, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray
- Services: Full lab, 24/7 ED, pharmacy
Compensation Package
- Total Target: $709,000+ annually
- Year 1: $618,000
- Base Salary: $520,000
- Medical Director Stipend: $48,000
- Signing/Retention Bonus: $50,000 (50% at signing, 50% at start)
- Production Incentives: wRVU-based $61.45 tier 1, $69.98 tier 2
- Quality Bonuses: $5,000
- Patient Satisfaction: $5,000
- After Hours: $1,000/procedure, $500/consult ( $5,000/year)
- Retention: 3-year commitment, prorated repayment
- Rural Benefits: Loan forgiveness options available




