Orthopedic Surgeon – Trauma​/Joints, Partnership Track

• Physician
  - Orthopedic Surgeon
  - Sports Medicine - Lakeland , FL

Watson Clinic is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-EligibleOrthopedic Surgeon to join our highly respected orthopedic team in beautiful Lakeland, Florida. Fellowship training in Sports Medicineis preferred.

This is an outstanding opportunity to step into an established practice with an extensive referral base, advanced on-site diagnostics, and the resources needed to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.

WHY WATSON CLINIC?

• Join a physician-owned, multi-specialty practice with 220+ physiciansacross 20 locations
• More than 40 specialties providing a robust,built-in referral network
• Established patient base with excellent growth potential
• EPIC EMRfor seamless care coordination across the organization
• Partnership opportunity after just two years
• No practice start-up costs or overhead
• Dedicated administrative support for billing, coding, collections, transcription, recruitment, and practice operations
• Collaborative, physician-led culture focused on clinical excellence
• Advanced Clinical Resources: MRI, CT, and PET imaging, Full-service laboratory, Comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation resources, and Integrated multi-specialty collaboration for coordinated patient care

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

BENEFITS: Competitive salary with a two-year guarantee and productivity-based incentives, commencement 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.

Orlando Health, one of the highest quality hospital systems in the southeastern United States, and Watson Clinic, one of the nation’s most respected physician-led practices, have joined forces to provide exceptional care for the community. The collaboration will be actualized in June 2026 with the opening of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital .

Live and Practice in Central Florida

Located between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland, Florida offers an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, excellent schools, vibrant downtown dining, beautiful lakes, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy easy access to Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts while building a rewarding career in one of the state's fastest-growing communities.

Work with extraordinary colleagues who share your dedication to medical excellence! Since our inception in 1941, Watson Clinic is physician owned and has evolved into one of the largest and most successful medical groups in the Southeast. With a population of over 500,000+, Lakeland/Central Florida is one of the fastest growing regions of the U. S. and Watson Clinic’s 220+ physician medical staff has distinguished themselves as healthcare leaders in our community.
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Net Salary per month

$3,739

Median Apartment Rent in City Center

(1-3 Bedroom)

$1,795-$3,400

$2,598

Safety Index

61 /100

61

Utilities

Basic

(Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment)

$160-$500

$239

High-Speed Internet

$40-$85

$63

Transportation

Gasoline

(1 liter)

$0.84

Taxi Ride

$1.49

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