Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

Join Our Team as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon!

Are you a skilled and passionate Fellowship-Trained Spine Surgeon looking to make a difference in the lives of patients in Sioux Falls, SD? Orthopedic Institute is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Spine Surgeon. As a Spine Surgeon at our institute, you will have the opportunity to utilize your expertise and training to provide exceptional care to patients with spine conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and manage patients with degenerative, traumatic, and complex spinal disorders
• Provide comprehensive non-operative and operative spine care
• Perform spine surgery at our specialty hospital, including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar procedures consistent with fellowship training
• Participate in shared call coverage as required
• Collaborate closely with APPs, anesthesia, nursing, rehabilitation, and referring physicians
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR
• Participate in program development, quality initiatives, and growth of the spine service line

Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Residency training in Orthopedic Surgery
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Spine Fellowship
• Board Eligible or Board Certified
• Eligible for South Dakota medical license and DEA registration
• Strong clinical judgment, patient-centered communication, and interest in physician ownership and leadership

Benefits:

OI offers a comprehensive benefits package typical of leading independent specialty groups, including health insurance, retirement plan participation, malpractice coverage, paid time off, CME support, and relocation assistance; detailed benefit summaries are available for review during subsequent interview stages. Additional information on specific clinic templates, call logistics, and the shareholder compensation model will be provided in conversations during an on-site visit.

About Us

Orthopedic Institute (OI) is a leading independent, physician-owned orthopedic and sports medicine group serving South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa from a new, nearly 80,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility in Tea, SD, opened in February 2025. The practice includes 20+ physicians and a large multidisciplinary team dedicated to transforming lives through exceptional orthopedic care in a modern, patient-centered setting.

OI offers comprehensive musculoskeletal services under one roof, including subspecialty orthopedics, interventional pain management, on-site advanced imaging (X-ray, ultrasound, MRI), and physical and occupational therapy. The group is recognized regionally for excellence in orthopedic care and as a trusted provider for athletes and active individuals at all levels. Learn more about us here.