Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon needed to establish and grow an elective orthopedic and total joints practice in Williamson County, Illinois. Join an established health system with APP support and a collaborative orthopedic team. Position overview Build and lead a high-volume elective practice focused on total joints and adult reconstruction. Limited acute orthopedic and fracture coverage; complex trauma managed by in-system orthopedic traumatology specialists. Opportunity to shape and expand a new orthopedic service line. Clinical responsibilities Provide elective total joint and adult reconstruction surgeries. Manage a limited number of acute orthopedic and fracture cases. Coordinate care with APPs, hospitalist team, and orthopedic colleagues. Participate in program development, referral growth, and quality initiatives. Operational highlights Dedicated OR block time Monday-Friday. Dedicated Advanced Practice Provider support. Hospitalist team manages most inpatient admissions. Strong administrative and clinical infrastructure to support growth. Predictable schedule that supports work-life balance. Compensation & benefits Base salary of $500,000. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) retirement plan. CME allowance. Paid onboarding and credentialing. Full malpractice insurance with tail coverage. Comprehensive benefits package. Qualifications MD or DO from an accredited medical school. Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery. Eligible for Illinois medical licensure and hospital privileges. Interest in building and growing an elective orthopedic surgery practice. Comfortable managing a limited amount of acute orthopedic and fracture care. Preferred Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Replacement. Experience developing referral networks and growing elective surgical volume. Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality orthopedic care.