Orthopedic Surgeon - Growing Health System!

Job Description: Growing Hospital system seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon to work in Saginaw, Michigan! Join a premier, highly respected musculoskeletal team with a balanced schedule, state-of-the-art facilities, and low-burden ER call - plus a brand-new $25 million orthopedics facility opening soon. CompanyLeading non-profit health system in central Michigan, with thousands of staff across acute-care campuses, surgical centers, and regional clinics Established, collaborative orthopedic network of 23 providers across the region Sixth-largest hospital in Michigan (623 beds), with the region's only Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center Supported by a network of 10+ Advanced Practice Providers, including dedicated inpatient APP rounding Fully integrated Epic EMR, with practice-funded scribes at no overhead cost and dictation options Preferred system for power equipment, arthroscopy towers, and joint/trauma implants (Stryker) Operating rooms staffed exclusively by employed, experienced surgical circulators, scrub techs, and certified first-assist PAs Brand-new $25 million, 25,700-sq-ft orthopedics facility under construction, bringing together orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, surgical podiatrists, APPs, and orthotics/prosthetics under one roof - featuring 44 exam rooms, 4 digital X-ray suites, 4 procedure rooms, 2 casting bays, and diagnostic ultrasound Home to a walk-in orthopedic urgent care center that funnels surgical cases directly into the group Major teaching institution, with residency and fellowship programs CompensationCompetitive, MGMA-benchmarked base salary guarantee, typically for 2 years High-upside wRVU productivity bonuses paid above threshold Substantial, negotiable sign-on bonus Student loan assistance available and negotiable Up to $15,000 relocation reimbursement Fully employer-paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage Generous annual CME stipend and CME days Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life coverage Disability protection Top-hat retirement plans No J-1 or H-1B visa sponsorship Job/Practice DescriptionBroad generalist role: fracture care, joint procedures, general orthopedic cases Basic sports medicine component: knee/shoulder arthroscopy, ACL reconstructions, rotator cuff repairs Opportunity for community or athletic team coverage Typical schedule: 2-3 clinic days and 2-3 OR days per week Immediate surgical volume with robust elective arthroscopy and soft-tissue cases Inpatient surgeries at the main campus; outpatient cases at a nearby surgery center Flexible group block time, with access to open block time from colleagues Low-burden ER call: 3-5 shifts per month (~48 days/year), taken from home with standard callback; unassigned shifts compensated separately Hospitalist/Trauma services handle primary inpatient admissions, with orthopedics as surgical consultant RequirementsMD or DO from an accredited medical school Board Certified (ABOS/AOBOS) or actively Board Eligible Open to graduating residents/fellows as well as experienced surgeons Interest in building a high-volume general orthopedic and basic sports practice within a collegial group Location offersSaginaw and the Great Lakes Bay Region - small-town charm, suburban convenience, low cost of living Outstanding public and parochial schools, access to higher education Rich historic downtowns, waterfront dining, and the famous Bavarian architecture of nearby Frankenmuth World-class freshwater fishing, paved trail networks, golf, boating, and access to Northern Michigan lakefronts and ski resorts Direct commercial flights from MBS International Airport, with easy highway access to Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids