Orthopedics - Spine Physician

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

Appalachian Orthopaedics of Johnson City is seeking a board-eligible/board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to join our growing practice in Northeast Tennessee. With offices in Johnson City, Bristol, and Abingdon, VA, our group provides comprehensive, high-quality orthopedic care across the region, including spine, hand, foot/ankle, total joint, shoulder, physiatry, and urgent care services.

Job Description

• Competitive guaranteed base salary
• Signing bonus and relocation allowance
• Full benefits package
• Partnership track available

Community Overview

Live and work in the beautiful Appalachian Highlands, home to three mid-sized cities (Johnson City, Kingsport, Bristol) and a combined population of 300,000.

• Financial Advantage: No state income tax (TN) + low cost of living
• Lifestyle: Four distinct seasons, vibrant arts/culture, and abundant outdoor activities (Boone Lake, Buffalo Mountain Park, Tannery Knob Bike Park)
• Family-Friendly: Excellent public/private schools, ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, Johnson City Symphony Orchestra, International Storytelling Center, and attractions like Gray Fossil Site, Hands On Discovery Center, and Brights Zoo
• Local breweries, wineries, and easy access to a regional airport
• Johnson City voted the U.S. City that people want to move to in 2025 by Travel and Leisure

Facility Details

You will practice at Johnson City Medical Center, a 445-bed tertiary care facility and Level I trauma center affiliated with East Tennessee State University. As a comprehensive teaching hospital and major referral center, JCMC provides advanced specialty services, including:

• Heart hospital
• Cancer center
• Stroke and neuroendovascular care
• Neurosurgery and orthopedic services
• 43-bed ICU