Physician / Orthopedics / Michigan / Locum or Permanent / Orthopedic Surgeon opening in Battle Creek, MI Job

General Orthopedic Surgeon

Healthcare System is seeking a BC/BE General Orthopedic Surgeon to join an established practice. The practice currently employs 4 surgeons and 5 physician assistants who provide care to patients in the community hospital, located in Battle Creek. This full-time surgeon candidate will be based in the Battle Creek community and will have clinic and operative time at the hospital. The new surgeon could anticipate a very busy practice in a relatively short amount of time.

Job Description

• Join an established practice with a team of 4 surgeons and 5 physician assistants
• Provide care to patients in the community hospital
• Anticipate a busy practice shortly after joining

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Signing bonus
• Full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
• Retirement savings plans (403(b) and 401(k))
• Relocation allowance
• CME stipend
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Generous PTO
• Productivity and quality incentives
• Research and teaching opportunities available

Community Overview

Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, the area offers diverse cultural opportunities, affordable real estate, a major focus on education, and a variety of year-round family attractions, events, and festivals. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating, and skiing. Our local area is home to several international companies including Stryker, Pfizer, Zoetis, and Kellogg.

Battle Creek offers the cultural and recreational amenities found in urban settings with a modest cost of living and vitality that permeates education, arts, culture, and recreation. There is an impressive array of entertainment options that please music lovers, sports fans, and families. Numerous parks are connected via a linear trail to the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo rivers and provide opportunities for hiking, fishing, canoeing, picnicking, and other recreation.