Orthopedic Surgeon – Joint Replacement (MD/DO) Position Summary The Orthopedic Joint Replacement Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for patients with degenerative and traumatic conditions affecting the hip, knee, and other major joints. This role focuses on primary and revision joint arthroplasty, perioperative management, and long-term functional outcomes, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Evaluate and manage patients with degenerative joint disease, arthritis, and joint-related musculoskeletal conditions • Perform primary and revision joint replacement procedures, including hip and knee arthroplasty, consistent with training and privileges • Utilize minimally invasive, robotic-assisted, or advanced surgical techniques as appropriate • Provide non-operative management including injections, physical therapy planning, and medical optimization • Manage perioperative and postoperative care, including complications and recovery planning • Participate in emergency and on-call orthopedic coverage as required • Interpret diagnostic studies including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and other imaging • Collaborate with anesthesiology, hospitalists, physical therapy, nursing, and case management teams • Educate patients regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical risks, and expected outcomes • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation • Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives • Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicable • Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards Qualifications • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school • Completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency program • Fellowship training in adult reconstruction or joint replacement surgery • Board-eligible or board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery • Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure • DEA registration or eligibility Skills and Competencies • Expertise in primary and revision joint arthroplasty • Strong clinical judgment and advanced surgical skills • Ability to manage complex orthopedic cases and comorbid patients • Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities • Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and patient safety Work Environment • Hospital operating rooms, outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and inpatient units • Call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as required Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures • Manual dexterity and physical stamina for operative cases • Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for operative and clinical care Requirements Must maintain state certification and/or licensure. Must be legally licensed to practice medicine in North Dakota and/or Minnesota, depending on the location of the practice to which you are assigned.