Orthopaedic Surgeon - Shoulder and Elbow
Listed compensation
$593k-$713k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Orthopaedic Surgeon - Shoulder and Elbow
Job Description
Morlen Health is currently seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in complex shoulder and elbow surgery to join a group of more than 33 surgeons and 20 affiliated clinicians in Portland, Oregon.
This position is dedicated to shoulder and elbow surgery with general orthopaedic call coverage of approximately 1:10. The practice emphasizes patient-centered, evidence-based care with robust ancillary support, established care pathways, integrated virtual care, an internal arthroplasty registry, and cross-specialty collaboration.
What You Can Expect
* Wide spectrum of complex shoulder and elbow cases
* General orthopaedic call coverage of approximately 1:10
* Cross-specialty collaboration
* A new tower at Sunnyside Medical Center that will include modern operating rooms and equipment
* Full integration of electronic medical records and established care pathways
* An internal arthroplasty registry
Minimum Requirements
* Board Certified or Eligible in Orthopaedics
* Fellowship in Shoulder and Elbow
Your Total Rewards
The annual salary for this position is $592,700-$713,300. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as an applicant’s skills and qualifications, education and certifications, training, relevant clinical experience, market data, geographic location, internal equity, FTE, and other job-related factors.
In addition to base pay, Morlen Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits; paid time off; paid holidays; and other benefits and programs. Specific details are below, and specific plan information is available upon request.
* Base salary range: $549,400-$670,000
* Lifestyle Stipend: $43,300 annually
Your Benefits & Perks Include
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with employee-only premiums 100% covered by Morlen Health. Dependent coverage is also available.
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan through ADP TotalSource with a broad range of investment options, retirement planning tools, and access to professional investment advice.
* Employer-provided short- and long-term disability coverage.
* Voluntary supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet wellness coverage.
* Expert benefits support through ADP MyLife Advisors for enrollment assistance, benefits guidance, payroll questions, and life event support.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, emotional health support, work-life resources, legal and financial guidance, childcare and eldercare referrals, and wellness resources for employees and household members.
* Combined vacation and sick paid time off equivalent to 15 days annually, prorated based on your FTE status and administered in accordance with Morlen Health's applicable policies.
* CME Education leave 2 weeks a year prorated to your FTE
About Morlen Health
Morlen Health was created by the physicians of Northwest Permanente PC to create, protect, and grow innovative healthcare solutions for their patients and communities. We have a relentless focus on best-in-class quality patient care and outcomes. Morlen Health is dedicated to delivering affordable, high-quality healthcare at individual and population levels. Through our population health services and digitally enabled solutions, we are working to improve access, engagement, health outcomes, and the overall care experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Morlen Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Key Responsibilities
The surgeon will perform a wide spectrum of complex shoulder and elbow procedures while participating in general orthopaedic call coverage. They will also collaborate across specialties and utilize established care pathways and an internal arthroplasty registry.
Requirements
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopaedics. A fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
Permanente Health Care Ventures holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 19 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$653k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $632k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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