What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Recon Surgeon | Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center | Tupelo, MS position at U.S. Orthopaedic Partners?
Adult Recon Surgeon | Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center | Tupelo, MS
Job Category: CLINIC
Requisition Number: TOTAL002194
Posting Details
Posted: April 11, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
LocationsShowing 1 location
Tupelo, MS 38801, USA
Job Details
Description
Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center in Tupelo, MS is actively recruiting a BE/BC Adult Reconstruction Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our well-established and expanding team! This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a thriving community that offers an excellent balance of clinical autonomy, surgical volume, and professional support.
About MSMOC in Tupelo
MSMOC in Tupelo is a well-established, physician-led practice providing advanced, patient-centered musculoskeletal care across the region. Formerly known as the Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi, the practice unified under the MSMOC brand in 2025 as part of a physician-led initiative, aligning with fellow USOP partners Mississippi Sports Medicine in Jackson and Oxford Ortho in Oxford, MS.
Expert Multispecialty Team: 5 orthopaedic surgeons, 4 nurse practitioners, and 2 physician assistants working collaboratively across subspecialties.
Regional Access: 4 clinic locations, including a flagship site in Tupelo, providing high-quality care close to home.
Technology-Enabled Practice: Utilizes the ModMed EMR for efficient, integrated documentation and clinical workflows.
Comprehensive Services: Expertise in sports medicine, joint replacement, hand, wrist, and elbow, and foot and ankle surgery.
Manageable Call Schedule: 1:5 rotation covering only referred patients—no emergency department or hospital call required.
MSMOC combines the support of a high-functioning clinical infrastructure with the autonomy of private practice, allowing physicians to thrive professionally while maintaining work-life balance.
Compensation and Benefits
Join as Associate Physician with guaranteed base salary with performance-based bonus incentives
Partnership track after 2 years with additional income opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement options
Residency or Fellowship Stipend available
Sign-on Bonus
Admitting Hospital and Surgery Center:
North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo Hospital
North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center
One of the nations top ASCs according to U.S. news & World Report!
Qualifications:
BE/BC in Orthopedic Surgery with fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction.
Residents and Fellows welcome to apply!
Mississippi Medical License (or eligibility).
Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for providing high-quality patient care.
Why Tupelo, MS – A Community Where Orthopaedic Surgeons and Families Thrive
Surgeon-Driven Benefits:
Established Referral Networks: Strong regional relationships and a loyal patient base provide consistent surgical volume and opportunities to build a robust adult reconstruction practice.
Proximity to High-Acuity Cases: With access to North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo, the largest non-metropolitan hospital in America, surgeons benefit from a wide range of complex cases without the demands of Level I trauma.
Streamlined OR Access: Enjoy efficient scheduling and case turnover at both hospital and ASC locations, including the North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center.
Physician Autonomy: Join a team that values your expertise—practice with independence while supported by a collaborative multispecialty orthopaedic group and a physician-led platform.
Work-Life Balance: Manageable call rotation (1:5, no ED/hospital call) allows you to focus on patient care and professional growth, without burnout.
Family-Focused Advantages:
Safe, Family-Friendly Environment: Tupelo is consistently ranked as one of Mississippi’s safest cities, with welcoming neighborhoods and a strong sense of community.
Top-Rated Schools: Access excellent public and private school options, including top-ranked Tupelo Public School District and well-regarded independent academies.
Affordable Cost of Living: Enjoy a high standard of living with low housing costs, short commute times, and access to top-tier amenities.
Outdoor Recreation & Green Spaces: Families can explore Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo, local biking trails, fishing spots, and community parks.
Cultural Enrichment: The birthplace of Elvis Presley, Tupelo offers a lively arts and music scene, festivals, farmers markets, and a walkable downtown with shops and dining.