About this opportunity
Med Ninjas lists this Orthopedics - Adult Reconstructive Physician opportunity in davenport, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Med Ninjas is recruiting a board-certified or truly board-eligible Total Joint and Adult Reconstruction Orthopedic Surgeon to be a foundational member of a new orthopedic practice in the Quad Cities. Compensation is guaranteed at $739,000 for two years with $1M+ earning potential under a straight production model beginning in year three.
Position Snapshot
Specialty
Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint / Adult Reconstruction
Provider type
Physician, MD/DO
Position type
Permanent, full-time
Location
Davenport, Iowa (Quad Cities)
Setting
Hospital and clinic
Trauma level
Level III
Call
1:8 evenings and weekends
Support
Dedicated APP support
Guarantee
$739,000 for 2 years
Production threshold
After 10,650 wRVUs
Year 3 model
Straight production, $1M+ potential
Recruitment incentive
$100,000
Relocation
$15,000
Board status
ABOS BC or truly BE
Licenses
Iowa AND Illinois, or active IMLC
Visa
No J-1 or H-1B
Why This Role Stands Out Build a new program with autonomy and growth potential
High-volume cases from a strong referral base
Collaborative care team across anesthesiology, hospitalists, primary care, and rehab
Work-life balance with a predictable schedule and shared call
Strong system infrastructure, dedicated OR access, and robust APP support
Open to graduating fellows and experienced surgeons
Compensation & Benefits $739,000 guaranteed for two years, with production beginning after 10,650 wRVUs
Straight production model in year three with $1M+ earning potential
$100,000 recruitment incentive plus $15,000 relocation assistance
4 weeks PTO, 1 week CME, and 6 paid holidays
$6,000 annual CME allowance
Full benefits from day one: health, dental, vision, life, and disability
401(k) with match plus 457(b)
Professional liability coverage
PSLF eligible
You Must Have ABOS board certification, or true board eligibility with certification within five years, no exceptions
Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction or Total Joint Arthroplasty, preferred
Valid Iowa and Illinois licenses, or an active IMLC with willingness to obtain
Strong clinical and surgical skill set across total joints and revision work
Current, unrestricted state and federal prescribing authority
Active DEA and BLS certification
Clean malpractice and license history, highly preferred
NPDB self-query pulled within 30 days of submission
Visa sponsorship is not available; no J-1 or H-1B
Quad Cities Living Mississippi River lifestyle with affordable, family-friendly neighborhoods
Excellent schools, arts, festivals, and outdoor recreation
Local airport, 2.5 hours to Chicago, 1 hour to the University of Iowa
Apply
If your specialty, board status, licensure, and availability match this opportunity, apply with your current CV and preferred contact number. A Med Ninjas recruiter will contact qualified applicants to discuss compensation, credentialing, and start date. (AD)
Worksite address
davenport, IA, 52801, US
Who can apply
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