Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon with Mercy Jefferson in Festus, MO

Mercy Orthopedics is currently seeking a board certified or board eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join our busy and growing practice in Festus, Missouri. Our Mercy Orthopedic team consists of 3 physicians; 1 physician assistant and an engaged support staff focused on quality patient care.

Mercy Hospital Jeffersonwas named a 2025 Leapfrog Top Hospital. This is the fourth time in five years Mercy Hospital Jefferson has been named a Top Hospital!

Mercy Orthopedic Surgery - Jefferson

• 2-year guarantee $750k with a $50k sign-on bonus!

• Collegial team environment

• In-office x-ray and casting; close to Mercy Physical Therapy

• Clinic office on campus near main ORs

• Outpatient surgery center across the street!

• Strong referral base from Mercy's primary care physicians and local Mercy urgent care

• Excellent variety of cases and a diverse patient population

• System-wide Epic EMR

This Position Offers:

• Integrated health system with a competitive income guarantee and productivity-based model to follow

• Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME

• Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options

• Relocation package and professional liability coverage provided

• As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• This location is eligible for J1 and H1B sponsorship

Festus, Missouri

Festus is a charming small town located in Jefferson County, just 45 minutes outside of downtown St. Louis. With its historic downtown district, numerous neighborhood parks and beautiful lake, Festus is a great place to relax and enjoy life!

At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you'll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership-from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care-where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.