Academic-Affiliated Orthopedic Surgery Opportunity in Upstate Missouri
Job at a glance
Job description
Join an Academic-Affiliated Practice at Northeast Regional Medical Center
Northeast Regional Medical Center (NERMC) in Kirksville, Missouri is seeking a BE/BC Orthopedic Surgeon to join our growing, hospital-employed practice. As a 93-bed community hospital with over 75 physicians on staff, NERMC combines the best of both worlds: the close-knit feel of a community hospital with the academic energy of a teaching environment.
Located in the birthplace of Osteopathic Medicine, NERMC proudly serves as the teaching hospital for A.T. Still University—the founding school of Osteopathic Medicine—and recently formed a strategic partnership with the University of Missouri–Columbia, expanding both academic collaboration and clinical excellence.
Position Highlights
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Hospital-employed opportunity in a thriving regional medical center
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Level III Trauma Center and Certified Chest Pain Center
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24/7 anesthesia coverage (DO/MD supervised)
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3 modern main ORs with block scheduling
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Fully equipped office space, including in-office X-ray
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Call: 10 days per month
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Join a community already supported by two established orthopedic surgeons
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Teaching opportunities available across 5 residency programs:
• Internal Medicine
• Family Medicine
• General Surgery
• Dermatology
• Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
Compensation & Benefits
A competitive recruitment package may include:
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Competitive salary with a generous bonus structure
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Commencement bonus
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Medical education debt assistance
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Comprehensive benefits package and additional incentives
Why Kirksville, Missouri?
Kirksville blends small-town comfort with outstanding educational and cultural amenities. Home to Truman State University and A.T. Still University, the community offers rich academic opportunities, family-friendly living, and a welcoming Midwestern atmosphere.
Community Highlights
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Excellent public schools, including a top-performing high school
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Cultural attractions: West Winery at Jackson Stables, Jacobs Vineyard, Kirksville Arts Association, Museum of Osteopathic Medicine, Del and Norma Robinson Planetarium
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Easy access to major metros—2 hours to Des Moines and 2.5 hours to Kansas City
Outdoor & Recreation
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Thousand Hills State Park: 573-acre lake perfect for fishing, swimming & boating
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Sugar Creek Conservation Area
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Kirksville Aquatic Center
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Hiking, biking, playgrounds, golf, movie theater, escape rooms, and more
Lifestyle
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Affordable housing with spacious suburban living
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Wide range of rental and homeownership options
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Known for its warmth, friendliness, and strong educational roots
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Proudly recognized as the birthplace of Osteopathic Medicine
Build Your Orthopedic Career at Northeast Regional Medical Center
Enjoy the support of an academic-affiliated hospital, access to diverse surgical cases, and a community ready to welcome you. This is an ideal opportunity to practice high-quality orthopedic care while influencing the next generation of physicians.