Job Description

Orthopedics Physician at Community Health Systems summary:

Baldwin Health seeks a full-time, hospital-employed Orthopedic Surgeon (board-certified or board-eligible) to provide general orthopedics with potential for subspecialty practice in Foley, Alabama. Position offers access to MAKO, outpatient surgery center on campus, dedicated block time with anesthesia, robust clinical/administrative support, onboarding, marketing, and competitive compensation with benefits including relocation, loan repayment options, CME, malpractice, and 401(k). The role is open to new graduates and experienced surgeons, requires U.S. residency completion, and is based in a growing coastal community with strong hospital infrastructure and quality recognition.

Baldwin Health is seeking board-eligible/board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons to join our team in beautiful Foley, Alabama , just 15 minutes to Gulf Shores Beach!

Search firm candidates may NOT be accepted. Please reach out directly to Sylvia Moyle at

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Full-time, hospital employed position (no locums or part-time)
• General orthopedics with ability to incorporate other subspecialties in the future
• Access to MAKO
• Outpatient surgery center is located on the hospital campus
• Dedicated block time with anesthesia coverage
• High volume, quick ramp-up
• Office space available
• Work in a supportive environment with access to referring PCPs and specialists
• Robust onboarding, marketing, and physician outreach support
• Strong clinical and administrative support
• Open to new graduates and experienced surgeons
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible and have completed U.S. residency training
• J1 visa support is NOT available at this location

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE MAY INCLUDE:

• Generous compensation with bonus incentives
• Potential APP supervision
• Relocation assistance
• Commencement bonus
• Medical loan repayment options
• Residency stipend for qualifying candidates
• Malpractice
• Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
• Paid CME time with annual allowance
• Personal time off (PTO)

BALDWIN HEALTH - Your Place to Shine!

Baldwin Health is a modern, community-based healthcare system anchored by a 142-bed hospital providing comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, emergency, diagnostic, and surgical services. The organization recently completed Phase One of a more than $200 million expansion and renovation , featuring a new five-story, state-of-the-art patient tower . This investment includes eight advanced operating suites , an Endoscopy Center of Excellence , and a dedicated Women's and Children's unit , reflecting a strong commitment to clinical excellence and physician support.

Supported by a team of over 700 healthcare professionals, Baldwin Health is recognized nationally for both quality and culture, including the Press Ganey Summit Award, The Joint Commission's Top Performer in Key Quality Measures, and Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work. As a five-star CMS-rated hospital, Baldwin Health is distinguished for exceptional patient outcomes, high clinical quality, and a collaborative, physician-friendly environment focused on long-term success and community impact.

FOLEY, AL - Work. Live. Play.

Foley, Alabama offers an exceptional quality of life for physicians seeking both professional fulfillment and an outstanding coastal lifestyle. Located in Baldwin County, one of the fastest-growing areas in the Southeast, Foley provides a welcoming small-city environment with strong schools, safe neighborhoods, and a rapidly expanding population that supports a robust and growing medical community. The area benefits from a diverse patient base and steady demand for specialty care, while maintaining a collegial, community-oriented practice setting.

Just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico's white-sand beaches , Foley offers year-round outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, golf, cycling, and water sports, along with a mild climate and lower cost of living compared to most coastal markets. Residents enjoy easy access to Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, a vibrant dining and arts scene, and convenient travel via nearby airports in Pensacola and Mobile. Foley is an ideal location for physicians looking to balance a high-impact practice with an exceptional lifestyle for themselves and their families.

Keywords:

Orthopedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, MAKO, Hospital Employed, Outpatient Surgery Center, Board Certified Orthopedics, Physician Recruitment, Clinical Support, Relocation Assistance, CME and Benefits

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Locum, Work at office, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, Relocation package,

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