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Orthopedic Surgery Physician - Pediatric

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callFull-time

Compensation

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Why Join Us

Tenet Physician Resources is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join the largest multi-specialty medical group in West Texas and Southern New Mexico — a team that combines the stability and resources of a national health system with a deeply physician-driven, quality-focused culture.

You will have access to advanced pediatric subspecialties and comprehensive surgical support within a health system that spans 50+ access points and commands significant regional market share.

Whether you are an experienced surgeon or a fellowship graduate ready to launch your career, this is an opportunity to build a high-impact practice backed by centralized administrative support and a robust referral network.

Tenet's national footprint and continued regional growth mean you are joining an organization with lasting momentum and long-term opportunity.

Position Highlights

  • Specialty: Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery — fellowship training required
  • Employment Model: Full-time, employed position
  • Call Schedule: Pediatric Ortho call coverage required; option to take Adult Ortho call if desired
  • Practice Setting: Largest multi-specialty group in the region with significant market share across West Texas and Southern New Mexico
  • Patient Volume: Robust referral network supported by 50+ system access points throughout the region
  • Administrative Support: Centralized billing, coding, and collections; in-house HR, IT, marketing, business development, and PR teams
  • New Grads Welcome: Experienced surgeons and fellowship graduates are both encouraged to apply

What We Offer

  • Guaranteed base salary with productivity bonus
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) with CME allowance and stipend
  • Malpractice insurance provided
  • Health, dental, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Deferred compensation program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Centralized billing, coding, and collections support
  • Dedicated in-house HR, IT, marketing, and business development teams

Candidate Requirements

  • MD or DO degree
  • Board eligible or board certified in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
  • Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one
  • Experienced surgeons and new fellowship graduates encouraged to apply

Why El Paso

El Paso is a vibrant, rapidly growing border city that offers an exceptional quality of life at a cost well below most major metro areas — and with no state income tax, your compensation goes even further.

The city is consistently ranked among the safest large cities in the United States, making it an ideal place to raise a family, with excellent schools and access to Division I universities and private colleges.

With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, you will enjoy year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and easy access to the Franklin Mountains and the broader Chihuahuan Desert landscape.

El Paso's rich bicultural heritage fuels a thriving food scene, lively festivals, and historic sites that give the city a distinct and welcoming character all its own.

If you are looking for a community where you can build a meaningful career, put down roots, and enjoy an outstanding work-life balance, El Paso is a place worth calling home.

The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our community since

1902. Generations of families have chosen our hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals, each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs. Join our team!

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide pediatric orthopedic surgical care and participate in call coverage within a large multi-specialty medical group. They will collaborate with a robust referral network and utilize centralized administrative support to manage their practice.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be board eligible or certified in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery. An active Texas medical license or the eligibility to obtain one is required, along with fellowship training.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient careClinical practiceReferral network managementMedical billingMedical codingQuality-focused care

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 8,500 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $48 per wRVU — implying roughly $408k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs · 6 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
80% this job
Sign-on bonus
40%
Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
20%

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 359 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Tenet Healthcare

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Dallas, Texas
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed base salary
Productivity bonus
Paid time off
CME allowance
CME stipend
Malpractice insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance