# Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon - Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

**Company:** [Commonwealth Medical Services](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/keeTEXJ8MZmGdm2R5VUMJA.md)
**Location:** Roanoke Rapids, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** East - ECU Health - All

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## Description

### Orthopedic Surgeon – Joint Replacement

**Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina**

A community-based **orthopedic surgery practice** in **Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina** is seeking a **Board Eligible or Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon** with a primary focus on **total joint replacement surgery** to meet a significant community need. **New graduates and visa candidates are encouraged to apply.**

The selected surgeon will join a **regional orthopedic service line**, providing comprehensive orthopedic care across eastern North Carolina and benefiting from strong collaboration with subspecialty and trauma teams.

### Opportunity Highlights include:

-   Employment within a **physician-led healthcare organization**
-   Hospital privileges at a **community hospital**
-   Opportunity created by **physician retirement**
-   Established practice with **3 orthopedic surgeons and 4 advanced practice providers**
-   **On-site radiology and physical therapy support**
-   Clinic co-located with a **rehabilitation department**, including:

-   **7 therapists and 5 therapy assistants**
-   **In-ground therapy pool** ,

-   Established **total joint program** with a dedicated orthopedic and joint replacement unit
-   **Built-in referral network**
-   **Shared call coverage**
-   Strong support from a **regional orthopedic service line** and an **orthopedic trauma team** at a nearby tertiary medical center
-   Full spectrum of specialty care support, including:

-   Cardiology
-   Nephrology
-   General Surgery
-   Urology
-   Critical Care
-   Wound Care

-   Convenient location along **Interstate 95**, approximately **1.5 hours from Richmond, Virginia**, and **1.5 hours from the Research Triangle (Raleigh–Durham–Chapel Hill)**
-   Close proximity to **Lake Gaston**, offering excellent work–life balance
-   **Affordable cost of living**

## Requirements

### Education & Training

-   Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree required
-   Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency program
-   Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Replacement preferred but not required
-   New graduates encouraged to apply

### Certification & Licensure

-   Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
-   Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted North Carolina medical license
-   Eligible for hospital privileges
-   Visa candidates welcome (must meet applicable federal and state requirements)

## Benefits

### Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits include:

-   Annual administrative stipend
-   Relocation assistance
-   Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
-   Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
-   Retirement plans with employer matching (401(k)/457 options)
-   Medical, dental, and vision insurance
-   Disability and life insurance

Additional opportunities may include **state and regional loan-repayment programs, sign-on bonuses, income guarantees, and residency or fellowship commitment stipends** for qualified candidates.