Orthopedic Spine Surgery Physician Opportunity in Central Wisconsin
Job at a glance
Job description
Join a physician-owned orthopedic practice with a dedicated ASC, strong referral base, and real partnership opportunity. This is a rare chance to take over a busy spine service with immediate volume, collaborative support, and a clear path to ownership. Ideal for a spine surgeon ready to hit the ground running and earn well above market while practicing in a collegial, efficient setting.
Practice Overview
- You'll join a group of 4 orthopedic surgeons and 1 foot & ankle subspecialist
- Incoming surgeon will focus solely on spine (cervical, neck, lumbar); no general ortho required
- Clinic features onsite MRI, walk-in clinic, therapy center, and ASC
- 4 APPs available; incoming surgeon may have a dedicated PA/NP for clinic and OR
Schedule
- Expect ~20 patients per clinic day and 2-5 surgical cases per week
- OR days typically Tuesdays and Fridays; fast 23-minute turnover
- Surgery performed at both ASC (onsite) and affiliated hospital
- 1:5 paid call, decreasing to 1:6 in 2026; light burden with mostly hip fractures
Compensation & Benefits
- Year 1 salary: $500,000-$550,000 with quarterly bonuses (typically hit by Q3)
- Year 2+ earnings ~$1.4M via collections and ASC/profit-share
- Ancillary income streams: therapy/EMR (~$400K) and surgical profit (~$1M)
- 100% paid health insurance, 401k + profit sharing (10% match), malpractice with tail
Candidate Requirements
- Fellowship-trained in spine surgery
- Comfortable with cervical, neck, and lumbar procedures
- Motivated for early partnership and ownership
- Collaborative and interested in growing an already successful spine program
Community & Location Highlights
- Affordable living, strong schools, and family-friendly recreation
- Easy access to outdoor activities, lakes, and nearby metro areas
- Practice enjoys low turnover and strong reputation in the region
- ASC located on clinic campus for seamless care and surgical efficiency
Let's talk about how this opportunity can help you achieve your professional and personal goals.