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Orthopedic Surgeon

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group·Joliet, Illinois

$650,000 - $700,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·5-10 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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The surgeon will diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders while performing both surgical and non-surgical procedures. They are also responsible for collaborating with hospital staff and participating in required on-call coverage.

Overview Orthopaedic Surgeon – Saint Joseph Medical Center | Prime HealthcareLocation: Joliet, ILPosition Type: Full-TimeSpecialty: Orthopedic SurgerySalary Range: $650,000-700,000About the Opportunity:Prime Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and skilled Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our team at Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL.

This is a full-time opportunity to provide high-quality orthopedic care in a well-established, community-focused hospital with access to advanced surgical technologies and collaborative clinical support.

About Saint Joseph Medical Center:Saint Joseph Medical Center is a Joint Commission Accredited 489-bed facility and the leading hospital in the Joliet area, where we offer comprehensive specialty and 24/7 emergency care, complemented by our Level II trauma center.

Our expert surgical teams are equipped to handle serious and life-threatening conditions, ensuring that patient needs are prioritized through attentive listening and tailored care.

As a premier destination for specialty services, we excel in areas such as cardiology, oncology, stroke care, orthopedics, and women’s health.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and treat injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system
  • Perform surgical and non-surgical procedures
  • Collaborate with hospital staff and specialists to provide comprehensive patient care
  • Participate in on-call coverage as required
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree from an accredited program
  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the state of Illinois
  • Excellent clinical, surgical, and interpersonal skills Pay Transparency Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $650,000 - $700,000 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited program and be board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery. Additionally, they must be licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the state of Illinois.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Trauma care
  • Surgical procedures
  • Orthopedic surgery
  • On-call coverage
  • Musculoskeletal diagnosis

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • 401k retirement plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Salary
$650,000 - $700,000/yr
Location
Joliet, Illinois
Posted
Apr 21, 2026
Closes
Apr 21, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group

About Prime Healthcare and Prime Healthcare Foundation: Prime Healthcare is an award-winning health system operating 54 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations in 15 states, providing over 3.0 million patient visits annually. It is one of the nation's leading health...

Salary listed on 64 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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