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Tenet Healthcare lists this Orthopedics Physician opportunity in harlingen, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Why Join Us
Valley Baptist Physician Network is expanding its orthopedic program and seeking a fellowship-trained Total Joint Surgeon to join an established, multi-specialty group in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley. You'll operate within a 586-bed Level II Trauma Center equipped with cutting-edge surgical technology including da Vinci robotic systems, Brainlab computer navigation, and an AIRO mobile intraoperative CT bringing capabilities to South Texas that are rare in markets this size. A dedicated Ortho/Trauma floor, an on-site Ortho Trauma provider for VBMC coverage, and an MOB connected directly to the hospital OR mean your time goes to patients, not logistics. This is a high-impact opportunity in a fast-growing region where your skills will genuinely shape the standard of orthopedic care.
Position Highlights
Flexible schedule: 2-3 days per week split between clinic and OR block time
Clinic hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
70/30 inpatient/outpatient case mix
Estimated 3-5 call days per month, inclusive of general ortho call
Dedicated Ortho/Trauma floor at Valley Baptist Medical Center - Harlingen
Ortho Trauma provider on staff, providing VBMC coverage
Office located in the Medical Office Building with walking-distance access to the hospital OR
Potential for privileges at sister facility in Brownsville
What We Offer
Competitive guaranteed base salary with productivity bonuses
Paid time off for vacation and CME, with CME stipend
In-house support for billing, coding, collections, IT, HR, and legal
Access to advanced surgical technology: da Vinci robotic systems, Brainlab navigation, AIRO mobile intraoperative CT, and Cirq robotic surgical arm
Malpractice insurance provided
Health, dental, and life insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Deferred compensation program
Relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery
Fellowship training in Hip & Joint reconstruction preferred; extensive clinical experience considered
Trauma Certification a plus
Why Harlingen
Harlingen sits at the center of the Rio Grande Valley one of the fastest-growing regions in Texas offering a semi-tropical climate, affordable housing, and zero state income tax that stretch your earnings further than most markets. South Padre Island's beaches are less than an hour away, and the area's family-friendly culture, strong schools, and welcoming community make it an easy place to put down roots. Whether you're drawn by the outdoor lifestyle, the low cost of living, or simply the chance to build something meaningful in an underserved region, the Valley delivers on both professional ambition and personal quality of life.
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