Orthopedic Extremity Physician (Upper & Lower Extremity)

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

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Job Description

About Texas Regional Physicians

Texas Regional Physicians (TRP) is a physician-led, multi-specialty medical group serving communities throughout the greater Houston area. TRP operates a network of outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgical facilities, and hospital-affiliated practices, providing comprehensive orthopedic and musculoskeletal care.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering a collegial, physician-driven practice culture that supports clinical autonomy, work-life balance, and long-term career growth.

Position Summary

Texas Regional Physicians is seeking a Board-Certified Orthopedic Extremity Physician to join our growing orthopedic team in Houston, Texas.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive diagnostic and surgical care for conditions affecting the upper extremity (shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand) and/or lower extremity (hip, knee, ankle, and foot), including trauma, sports-related injuries, degenerative conditions, and post-operative rehabilitation.

This role offers a balanced mix of clinic-based patient care and surgical procedures across TRPG's network of outpatient and ambulatory surgical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients with upper and/or lower extremity orthopedic conditions, including fractures, joint disorders, sports injuries, and degenerative disease.
  • Perform surgical procedures including joint reconstruction, arthroscopy, fracture repair, and soft-tissue procedures as clinically indicated.
  • Provide non-operative management such as bracing, injections, and physical therapy referrals when appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records in compliance with TRPG documentation standards and applicable regulations.
  • Collaborate with primary care physicians, physical therapists, physician assistants, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
  • Participate in on-call rotation for orthopedic trauma coverage as assigned.
  • Supervise and mentor advanced practice providers (PAs/NPs) and residents/fellows as applicable.
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and departmental meetings.
  • Maintain compliance with hospital bylaws, credentialing requirements, and TRP clinical protocols.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency program.
  • Fellowship training in Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Foot & Ankle, Hand & Wrist, or Sports Medicine strongly preferred.
  • Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS).
  • Active, unrestricted Texas medical license (or eligibility to obtain one prior to start date).
  • Current DEA registration.
  • Eligibility for hospital privileges at TRP-affiliated facilities in the Houston area.
  • Strong clinical, surgical, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based orthopedic care.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including productivity-based incentives.
  • Partnership/shareholder track available.
  • Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement plan with employer contribution (401(k) or profit-sharing).
  • Medical malpractice (occurrence-based) coverage.
  • Paid time off and CME allowance with dedicated CME days.
  • Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.
  • Support staff, advanced practice providers, and administrative infrastructure provided.

Practice Environment

TRP physicians practice out of modern, well-equipped outpatient clinics and partner with leading Houston-area hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers.

The group offers access to advanced imaging, in-house physical therapy, and a robust referral network across primary care and specialty practices throughout the region.

Houston offers a low cost of living relative to other major U.S. metro areas, a diverse and vibrant community, excellent schools, and a wide range of cultural, culinary, and outdoor recreational opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a current CV, copy of medical license, and a cover letter describing areas of clinical interest to the Texas Regional Physicians Provider Recruitment Team. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an initial interview.

Texas Regional Physician Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and physicians.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Diagnostic CarePatient EvaluationMedical Documentation

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

In Texas, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$305k (435 salary observations; 2,869 listings), vs ~$294k nationally (13,538 salary observations; 55,997 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

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.

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution13 jobs · 8 employers

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

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs · 8 employers

CME allowance
85% this job
401k / retirement match
85% this job
Sign-on bonus
38% this job
Relocation assistance
31% this job
Loan repayment
15%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 367 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Texas Regional Physicians

Hospitals and Health Care
Houston, Texas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Productivity-Based Incentives
Partnership/Shareholder Track
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
Medical Malpractice (Occurrence-Based)
Paid Time Off