Shoulder/Elbow Orthopedic Physician

Erlanger Health System

2 days ago

TennesseeFull TimeOrthopedic Surgery

✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Erlanger Health System as a Shoulder/Elbow Orthopedic Physician – Tennessee in United States. Job Summary: Provides medical leadership for the Department by assisting in the planning, development and implementation of program goals and operations, as outlined in contract. Assures compliance with all Joint Commission and other regulatory agency guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

as reasonably requested by Erlanger or otherwise necessary to properly assist in the operations of Orthopedic Services.

Assures compliance with all Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory agency guidelines.

Complete chart dictation as required in a timely manner.

Meets timeliness goals: In the practice providing care to outpatients, or providing care in other areas as assigned and as scheduled.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Call responsibilities required.

Apply to join Erlanger Health System as a Shoulder/Elbow Orthopedic Physician – Tennessee.

Key Skills

Orthopedic SurgeryShoulder SurgeryElbow SurgeryMedical LeadershipStrategic PlanningRegulatory ComplianceChart ReviewPatient CareClinical DocumentationMedical Staff Management

Requirements

Requires an M.D. or D.O. degree with completion of an approved residency and fellowship program. Must hold a valid Tennessee medical license and board certification in the specialty.

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Shoulder/Elbow Orthopedic Physician position at Erlanger Health System includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

This Orthopedic Surgery position at Erlanger Health System is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Orthopedic Surgery professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $510k, with the typical range spanning $380k to $700k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Medical Leadership, Strategic Planning, Regulatory Compliance, Chart Review, Patient Care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Orthopedic Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: Provides medical leadership for the Orthopedic department by overseeing program goals, strategic growth, and regulatory compliance. Participates in clinical duties, chart reviews, and medical staff meetings to ensure high-quality patient care.

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