Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Vermont / Permanent / J1/H1b: Beautiful Vermont – ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON invited to join award-winning community hospital near Burlington - Total Joints priority Job

Become part of a thriving team that includes 3 Surgeons (1 general/total knees, 1 spine/total hips, 1 sports/total joints) along with 2 Podiatrists (1 is surgical) supported by a long-term, multidisciplinary team of 5 PAs and multiple MAs who are excellent with instrumentation and equipment. Practice in freshly updated ORs with features including all new LED operating room lights, new dual monitors for integrated PACs, new equipment booms, and Stryker integration in 3 large rooms and 2 smaller ORs. They have a Hanna table (and anterior approach hip system) and a Velys system for knees with computer assisted robotic TKR. This hospital-owned group has an excellent referral system and plenty of volume to keep all surgeons busy.

You will enjoy a convenient 4 day/week schedule that typically includes 2 clinic days and 2 OR days with prime time block scheduling. You will be happy to hear that PAs take first call – your share will be second call, 1:4, usually 1 day/week and 1 weekend/month – providing an excellent lifestyle.

MDs and DOs are equally welcome. J1/H1b visa sponsorship will be provided for the right candidate. This is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This search is to prepare for the retirement of a senior (Total Joint) surgeon, so candidates specializing in Total Joints will receive priority consideration. This award-winning nonprofit medical center (a Top Community Hospital that earns National Patient Satisfaction Awards) provides a collaborative setting between clinicians, nursing and care management as well as specialists, all to give the patient the best possible experience.

You will earn a highly competitive salary with a generous incentive plan plus benefits including relocation assistance, a significant cash sign-on bonus, and student loan repayment. Also provided: paid liability insurance with tail coverage, health and dental insurance, disability and life insurance, 2 weeks of paid leave plus a great budget for your CME, participation in a retirement plan, and more. Details will be shared with qualified candidates.

Known as a relaxing vacation destination, Vermont is the Healthiest State in the continental US, and leads the nation with the best public school teacher-to-student ratios and the highest COVID vaccination rates. Vermont is climate stable/a top state for Climate Change. In 2023, Vermont was ranked the #1 “Best Place to Live and Work in America” by CNBC.

St. Albans is a picturesque, welcoming community of 14,000 people on the shores of Lake Champlain in northwestern Vermont. 55,000 people live in this county. Residents enjoy a small-town feel with big-city amenities. The historic downtown has been revitalized in recent years, and features fine specialty shops and award-winning restaurants, including breweries, that offer a great deal of variety. The Vermont Maple Festival is held here every spring.

Lake Champlain provides convenient access to boating and provides hiking and biking with spectacular views, especially during the fall foliage season. The Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail, ideal for running and biking, is a 26-mile path between St. Albans and Richford. St. Albans is just an hour from some of New England’s best ski resorts.

This town has a rich history that can be seen through its vintage buildings. It has many outdoor spaces perfect for active families. Taylor Park, just blocks from the hospital, is one of Vermont’s largest downtown greens where community events are held throughout the year. Another in-town community recreation area offers trails for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, and features a sledding hill.

Nearby Burlington is the largest city in Vermont – with over 200,000 people, the University of Vermont, Champlain College, and an international airport. More assets include shopping malls and theaters, and dozens of interesting eateries. Explore Church Street Marketplace, a pedestrian-only avenue featuring over 100 shops, restaurants, and cafes. Burlington was recently listed as a Top Ten Most Desirable Cities in the US to Raise Children.

When looking for your home, you have options. You can live in charming St. Albans, or you can easily commute from Burlington or its suburbs. Choose an apartment, condo, townhouse or single-family home in one of many a safe, inviting neighborhoods – or perhaps in a nearby country setting where acreage is available. The educational system in St. Albans is excellent, with highly rated schools including Bellows Free Academy, recognized as one of Vermont’s best high schools by U.S. News & World Report.

St. Albans is 1 hour from Montreal, 3 hours from Albany NY, and 4 hours from Boston. Explore the superior quality of life this region offers and contact us today for more information.

We are offering:

•  Excellent location 30 minutes north of Burlington
•  Vermont was just named #1 Best State for Living/Working
•  Relocation assistance provided
•  Secure employment with an award-winning nonprofit
•  4 day/week schedule, 2 clinic days & 2 OR days
•  MD/DO welcome, J1/H1b visa support available
•  Collegial group practice – join 3 surgeons and 5 PAs
•  Total Joints is the top priority
•  Convenient SECOND CALL (PAs take first call) shared 1:4
•  Highly competitive salary plus cash sign-on bonus
•  Generous incentive plan for additional earnings
•  Student loan repayment provided
•  Paid liability insurance with tail coverage
•  Health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance
•  2 weeks of PTO plus a budget for your CME