Orthopedic Total Joints Surgeon - Georgia

Total Joints Orthopedic Surgeon

Wellstar Health System – New Hospital | Columbia County, GA

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Total Joint Replacement to join our growing musculoskeletal service line at our brand-new hospital in Columbia County, Georgia. This is a unique opportunity to help build and shape a high-quality total joints program from the ground up within one of Georgia’s most respected integrated health systems.

Opportunity Highlights

• Practice at a state-of-the-art, newly constructed hospital

• Focus on primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty

• Strong institutional commitment to orthopedic excellence and innovation

• Collaborative, team-based environment with experienced APP and OR staff

• Access to advanced technology, modern OR suites, and enhanced recovery pathways

• Competitive compensation with productivity incentives and comprehensive benefits

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality primary and revision total hip and knee arthroplasty

• Participate in the development and growth of the total joints service line

• Collaborate with anesthesia, nursing, physical therapy, and care coordination teams to optimize patient outcomes

• Provide inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care

• Participate in call coverage as assigned

• Maintain high standards of clinical quality, patient safety, and patient satisfaction

• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and service line development

Qualifications

• MD or DO

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

• Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction / Total Joints preferred

• Eligible for or currently licensed to practice in the state of Georgia

• Strong clinical skills with a patient-centered approach

• Interest in program building and long-term community engagement

About Wellstar & Columbia County

Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems, known for high-quality care, innovation, and physician leadership. Columbia County offers an exceptional quality of life with top-rated schools, outdoor recreation, and proximity to the Augusta area—making it an ideal place to live and practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• CME allowance and paid time off

• Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan

• Malpractice coverage