Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Maine / Permanent / Portland area

Company: Acadia Physician Recruiters
Location: Lewiston
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Lewiston, Maine: We are looking for a Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Surgeon to join a respected group within an award-winning 200+ bed medical center in Maines second largest city, just 40 minutes from Portland. This award-winning acute care hospital is part of a mission-based Catholic health system with 130 years of service providing care to all, regardless of their ability to pay.Practice in a rewarding environment and have a measurable impact on the health of the community. This regional health system has 100+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers offering services including primary care, inpatient and outpatient behavioral medicine, long term care, and multiple medical and surgical specialties to a diverse regional patient population.New fellowship graduates are encouraged to apply. This is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.Join a team of 8 experienced orthopedic surgeons all Fellowship trained and focus on Total Joint Replacement within this multispecialty practice. The group is supported by Advanced Practice Providers and Hospitalists, a wonderful Rehab Unit with PM&R specialists, and a fantastic Physical Therapy team. The team offers state-of-the-art joint replacements including total knee, hip and shoulder replacements, comprehensive hand surgery, sports medicine, foot and ankle, complex fracture surgery.This medical center has a primary care network with over 40 providers, resulting in a high rate of referrals and steady growth. You will have two consistent OR days/week (the medical center has 6 well-equipped operating suites) and 3 clinic days (outpatient practices are in neighboring Auburn and nearby Portland) with protected time for your admin duties. Remote capabilities are available too (Epic EMR). Call is shared on a convenient 1:7 basis. This collegial practice is committed to provider success and compassionate patient care while encouraging creative innovation.We are offering:Relocation assistance to bring you to beautiful MainePopular recreation-rich community 40 minutes from PortlandSecure employment with respected medical centerExciting Total Joint practice in large orthopedics groupEqual opportunity, affirmative action employerWelcoming and collaborative environment!Excellent split of OR days (2) and Clinic/Admin days (3)Remote admin access (Epic EMR)Cash sign-on bonus, highly competitive salary!Paid liability insurance with tail coverage includedHealth, dental and vision insurance37 paid days off for holidays, sick leave, vacations & CMESubstantial CME expense budgetParticipation in a retirement plan with employer matching!Generous, ongoing student loan benefit until your loans are paid!Maine is Vacationland! The brilliant four-season climate and diverse geography support many recreational pursuits and Lewiston is well situated, less than an hour each from the ocean and mountains. Enjoy local trails for hiking and biking, and lakes and streams for casual fishing, kayaking and sailing. Maine is great for hunting, rock climbing, and even whitewater rafting! Golf is popular too, with over a dozen local courses. A short drive leads to some of Maine's top ski resorts and Lost Valley, in Auburn, is a fun, convenient ski / snowboarding site. Other winter sports include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and snowshoeing. Lewiston offers indoor and outdoor organized sports for all ages. The city hosts a big family-friendly Balloon Festival that draws thousands to a downtown park near the Androscoggin Rivers famous waterfalls every summer.Lewiston / Auburn are home to over 120,000 residents, comprising Maines second largest and most diverse population center. This bustling community offers dozens of local dining options, from chain restaurants to unique homegrown eateries, diners, ethnic restaurants and wonderful seafood places. Enjoy shopping in specialty boutiques, numerous big-box stores, and malls too. The local arts scene is broad, and includes a thriving live-stage community, movie theaters, and several flavors of easily-accessible live music too.Bates College in Lewiston is a top ranked Liberal Arts college, and a Best Value in America (Princeton Review). Bates hosts students from nearly every state and over 60 countries, regularly receiving ten times more applications than freshman slots.Residential opportunities abound! Choose a home in town, or in several suburbs maybe on a local lake or river, or in the country just minutes outside of town where acreage is plentiful. Commuting from Portlands northern suburbs is also easy. You will find many friendly and welcoming options with excellent public and private schools.Portland is an easy drive via a major highway. One of the most desirable cities in New England, this harbor town has a thriving social scene centered around the popular Old Port district. With literally hundreds of restaurants, Portland is a renown foodie city, winning multiple awards for quality eateries and diverse offerings. The International Jetport hosts major and discount airlines. Portland hosts semipro sports teams, numerous museums, an excellent symphony, performing arts of all types, the states largest mall, and ferry service to several nearby islands.Come enjoy a lifestyle full of cultural, academic and recreational amenities in a place that values community spirit! Enjoy an optimal work/life balance in the state voted #1 for Public Safety by US News & World Reports. Contact us today to learn more about this exciting new opportunity!

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