Orthopaedic Surgeon

Title: Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Location: Lafayette, LA

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–5 PM | Friday, 8 AM–12 PM

Call Schedule: Paid Call – 1:10 Rotation

Compensation: Competitive Income Guarantee + Productivity Incentives

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of orthopedic foot and ankle conditions.
• Provide surgical and nonsurgical care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Participate in paid call coverage (1:10 rotation).
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Support practice growth while delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications:

• MD degree from an accredited institution.
• Completed Orthopedic Surgery Residency – Required.
• Foot & Ankle Surgery Fellowship – Required.
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery – Required.
• Active Louisiana medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Excellent clinical, surgical, and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive first-year income guarantee based on MGMA benchmarks and experience.
• Productivity and quality-based incentives.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and CME days.
• CME allowance and professional development support.
• Malpractice insurance with first-year tail coverage.