Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon
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Job Description
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
- Benefits Highlights
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, WI is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join a collegial department of 20 other providers (orthopedists and podiatrists).
- Fellowship training in orthopedic trauma required.
- Level II Trauma Center with helicopter service.
- Additional services include: General surgery trauma coverage, vascular surgery, neurosurgery, interventional radiology/angiography, plastic surgery, hospitalist service.
- Dedicated orthopedic trauma OR time.
- Group includes 2 fellowship trained trauma surgeons as well as adult reconstruction, sports, hand, and nonoperative orthopedics.
- 1:1 model with advanced practice provider
- Office attached to the only hospital covered.
- Common EHR and PACS across the health system and Mayo Clinic Rochester.
Orthopedic Department has been recognized repeatedly by U.S. News & World Report as a top performer in Wisconsin and our facility was recognized as a "Best Regional Hospital" in Northwest Wisconsin for 2024-2025.
Competitive Compensation Package
- Comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance.
- Mayo Clinic-funded pension and 403(b) with match.
- Generous CME package.
- Mayo Clinic malpractice coverage.
Qualifications
- Board-certified/Board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Eligible for medical licensure in Wisconsin.
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations.
Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations.
Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon at Mayo Clinic a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 373 active Orthopedic Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 10% in orthopedic surgery | ranked against 373 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $652k (middle half $550k–$725k)121 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Wisconsin index 94.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician listings in Wisconsin | 388 active | 22,666 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Wisconsin Physician listings: 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 22% offer loan repayment388 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Orthopedic Surgery hiring demand | #16 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 40 days · 20% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 137 postings, 89 closed |
| New Orthopedic Surgery listings | 353 in the last 30 days | 221 the 30 days before (+60%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend | −3.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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