Physician -Total Joint Orthopaedic Surgeon - Phoenix, AZ

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the pay range, the work setting, call expectations and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

The CORE Institute is seeking highly qualified Total Joint Adult Reconstruction Surgeon who wish to be part of a dynamic and integrated team dedicated to delivering the best in musculoskeletal healthcare in our Arizona markets.

The ideal candidates will have a demonstrated track record of excellence in clinical care, integration with clinical quality standards, and fostering a high level of teamwork with colleagues.

There are also ample opportunities for an academically active clinical practice involved in resident and fellow education as well as engaging in teaching for highly qualified candidates.

The CORE Institute, one of the largest integrated musculoskeletal practices in the US, is built around a comprehensive infrastructure of highly specialized clinical care delivery, outcomes tracking and practice efficiencies which allow its physicians to optimize care for each patient, every time.

The expert care is delivered across more than 25 clinical sites including state-of-the-art clinics, physical therapy, imaging, procedure & ambulatory surgical facilities and specialty hospitals all with dedicated teams and expert leaders focused solely on the delivery of excellent MSK care. Sophisticated on-site basic science and clinical research

facilities and investigation teams are integral to the organization and support ongoing advanced academic pursuits.

The practice utilizes unique and powerful clinical quality and healthcare analytics platforms along with expert-led Medical Economics and operational excellence teams to develop, deploy and lead advanced MSK value-based care activities across the region which have proven to create true practice differentiation with improved quality outcomes and lower costs of care.

The CORE Institute continues to grow its clinical platform with measurable quality outcomes and an elevated patient experience with multiple quality and service awards voted by patients. Join our growing team today and unlock the opportunities

Key Responsibilities

  • Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients presenting with joint-related issues, including reviewing medical history, performing physical examinations, and ordering diagnostic tests such as X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans.
  • Treatment Planning: Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, preferences, and medical conditions. Discuss treatment options with patients, including both surgical and non-surgical interventions, and educate them about the risks and benefits associated with each approach.
  • Surgical Procedures: Perform total joint replacement surgeries using advanced surgical techniques and technologies. This includes pre-operative planning, intraoperative procedures, and post-operative care management.
  • Collaborative Care: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients throughout the treatment continuum.
  • Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about the surgical process, rehabilitation protocols, expected outcomes, and potential complications associated with total joint replacement surgery. Provide guidance on post-operative care and lifestyle modifications to optimize recovery and long-term joint health.

Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
  • Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction or Total Joint Replacement Surgery
  • State medical license and DEA registration
  • Excellent surgical skills and proficiency in total joint replacement procedures
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a collaborative healthcare team
  • Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
  • Demonstrated dedication to professional growth and continuing education in the field of orthopedic surgery.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Medical History ReviewDiagnostic TestingInterpersonal Skills

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution11 jobs · 7 employers

3
<$390k
4
$390k-530k
1
$622k
2
$670k-810k
1
$838k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks11 jobs · 7 employers

CME allowance
82% this job
401k / retirement match
82%
Sign-on bonus
45%
Relocation assistance
36%
Loan repayment
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$809k-$838k
#2

Physician, Orthopedic Surgery - Spine (Roseville, CA & Folsom, CA)

Sutter Health · Roseville, California

$700k-$800k
#3

Orthopedic Surgeon | $50K Sign-On & Loan Repayment | Lakewood, NY

$645k-$731k
#4

Physician - Orthopedic Trauma Surgery - Duluth, MN

$622k
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 363 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Phoenix

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,574/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo) logo

About Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo)

Benefits & Perks

Academic opportunities
Research facilities
Value-based care