Riverside Health System·Newport News, Virginia
Provide high-quality acute trauma care and complex reconstructive surgery for adult patients focusing on the upper extremity. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in 24/7 trauma call coverage to support the orthopedic service line.
As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team.
Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love.
Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority.
Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization.
If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you.
$652,000.00 – $843,000.00
Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance
Riverside Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Lower Extremity Total Joint Surgeon to join our dynamic orthopedic team. The successful candidate will specialize in the evaluation and surgical management of hip and knee conditions, with a focus on primary total joint arthroplasty, lower extremity reconstructive surgery, and comprehensive musculoskeletal care.
This role is ideal for a surgeon who is committed to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, quality outcomes, and the continued growth of Riverside’s orthopedic service line.
Key Responsibilities and Information
Provide high-quality orthopedic care for adult patients with degenerative, traumatic, and complex conditions of the hip and knee.
Perform primary and possibly revision total hip and total knee arthroplasty.
Manage complex lower extremity reconstruction, including cases involving failed implants, instability, infection, deformity, and periprosthetic fracture.
Collaborate with orthopedic subspecialists, hospital-based teams, advanced practice providers, rehabilitation services, and the broader Riverside provider network.
Participate in multidisciplinary care coordination to support excellent surgical outcomes and continuity of care.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical program development, education, and strategic growth of the total joint service line.
Support outpatient and inpatient orthopedic care needs as appropriate, with opportunities to align practice structure with service line priorities.
Work within a collaborative orthopedic environment that values safety, quality, collegiality, and evidence-based care.
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Who We Are: Our Provider Compact
To care for others as we would care for those we love – to enhance their wellbeing and improve their health.
Our Guiding Principles: Patients First | Pursue Excellence | Stronger Together
🌊 Why Riverside?
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Why Join Riverside?
Riverside Health System is a trusted community partner, known for its commitment to excellence in healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.
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Requires an MD or DO degree with board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery and a valid Virginia medical license. Fellowship training in orthopedic trauma, hand, or upper extremity surgery is strongly preferred.
Market context
Physician roles in Virginia are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially where patient access and continuity of care are priorities. These positions are competitive because employers often weigh clinical credentials, licensure, and experience alongside schedules and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, PTO, and pension plans. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the exact licensure and training expectations in the original posting before applying.