Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopedic Surgeon (Lakeland, FL)

Exceptional opportunity for an Orthopedic Surgeon (Total Joints or Trauma trained preferred) to join a well-established private group in Lakeland, FL. Extensive resources in-house—MRI, CT, PET, 3 musculoskeletal radiologists for consultation: full-service laboratory.

• Large physician-owned group comprised of over 220 physicians across 20 locations.
• Over 40 specialties with robust internal referral network and well-established patient base.
• EPIC EMR allows for continuity of care throughout the clinic.
• Partnership Track Physicians are eligible for partnership after 2 years.
• Rewarding compensation structure with no practice start-up costs.
• Advanced diagnostic support including in-house labs and radiology with a built-in referral network.
• Robust administrative support covers staffing, billing, collections, coding, transcription, clinical informatics (EMR), value-based services, quality and recruitment.
• Exceptional suburban setting and favorable payor mix.

• Education:
  
  M.D., D.O.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS).
• Completion of a fellowship in Total Joints or Trauma (preferred).
• Strong clinical skills with a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Active, unrestricted FL license (or ability to obtain FL license).

Competitive salary with a two-year guarantee, productivity-based incentives, commission bonus, and relocation assistance.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including malpractice insurance, CME allowance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunity for partnership after two years.
• Access to EPIC EMR system for seamless patient care coordination.
• No state income tax in Florida.

Since our inception in 1941, Watson Clinic has evolved into one of the largest and most successful medical groups in the Southeast United States. Our extensive multidisciplinary teams collaborate to ensure continuity of care, and we are known for introducing innovative technology and procedures with state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic testing equipment.

Lakeland is a lively community, conveniently located between Tampa and Orlando. It is named one of the fastest‑growing cities in the nation, with a low cost of living and property taxes. The city offers year‑round sunshine and a wide variety of outdoor activities, and is home to Fortune 500 companies such as Publix Supermarkets, Geico Insurance, and the largest Amazon Fulfillment Center in the Southeast U.S.

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