Orthopedic Surgeon - hospital opened in March 2023

Astera Health is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon in Wadena, MN. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and enjoys working in a collaborative environment. General Orthopedic, Fellowship trained in Foot/Ankle. Special interest in diabetic foot/wound care. Investment in area, reside within 60 minutes.

Practice Overview:

• We opened a new hospital in March 2023 that includes 4 surgery suites/1 Endo Room with potential to add second Endo Suite.
• Practice setting: Hospital setting. We are planning for a DaVinci in 2024. EMR is Epic.
• Volumes of current providers: Over 5 K December of 2023.
• Support staff: We have four full-time CRNAs and each doctor has their own nurse and scheduling.
• Schedule: 4 days/week, work Fridays. 2 clinic, 2 OR
• Call schedule: None.
• 8 Circulating RNs: Two have over 18 years of experience.
• 6 Certified Surgical Technologist: Two have over 15 years of experience

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $ based on experience. No bonus structure. Competitive Salary Negotiations
• Guarantee Length: 5 years
• Sign-on Bonus: Yes
• Relocation: Yes
• Student Loan Repayment: Yes
• CME Allowance: Yes 5K
• CME Time Off: 1 week
• Malpractice Insurance: Yes
• Tail: Yes
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance: Full benefits
• Other benefits- 403B

Astera Health is a private, not-for-profit healthcare corporation committed to providing personalized services that improve the health of the communities we serve. An 11-member volunteer governing board presides over the hospital, which is accredited by the Joint Commission and certified by the Minnesota Department of Health as a HealthCare Home.

Wadena and the surrounding communities have supported AH in many ways since 1925, and they are the reason for our success and strength in operations.

Located in the heart of Minnesota, Wadena is a charming town nicely located a short drive from countless lakes, beautiful parks and great hunting. Wadena is a perfect, little, close-knit community that is a great place to visit and a safe place to raise a family, start a business or retire. 

Plus, we are within a short driving distance from

• 90 miles from Fargo
• 90 miles from St. Cloud
• 150 miles from Minneapolis

At the end of the day, treat yourself to a meal at any one of our great restaurants, catch a movie at the historic Cozy Theater in downtown Wadena or participate in one of the many activities the city has to offer.

Wadena is a great place to visit and a wonderful place to live! Wadena has something for everyone that will both relax and rejuvenate you, any time of the year.