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Total Joint Surgeon — Santa Fe, NM
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Job Type: Full-Time
Employer: CHRISTUS St. Vincent Health System
Job Summary
Orthopedic Surgeon – Total Joint Reconstruction (ROSA® Robotics)
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Job Type: Full-Time
Employer: CHRISTUS St. Vincent Health System
Job Summary
Join a Top-Ranked Center of Excellence in Santa Fe, New Mexico
CHRISTUS St. Vincent is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Total Joint Reconstruction to join our elite, accredited Center of Excellence. This is a premier opportunity to step into a high-volume, employed position equipped with ROSA® Robotics and a 1-to-1 physician-to-AP support ratio. Located in the #1 ranked city in the U.S. (Travel + Leisure, 2025), this role offers the perfect intersection of advanced surgical practice and an unparalleled mountain lifestyle.
As a Total Joint Specialist at CHRISTUS St. Vincent, you will join a collegial, multidisciplinary team dedicated to evidence-based, patient-centered care. You will manage a robust surgical and clinical practice, focusing on hip and knee reconstruction while benefiting from a sophisticated referral network spanning seven counties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced joint reconstruction procedures utilizing state-of-the-art ROSA® robots.
- Manage a clinic volume of approximately 24–28 pre- and post-operative patients per day.
- Collaborate within an integrated team of board-certified surgeons and advanced practice clinicians.
- Utilize EPIC EMR for seamless documentation across all practice settings.
- Participate in the Total Joint Committee to maintain our status as a Center of Excellence.
- Mentor Family Medicine residents during their orthopedic rotations.
Position Details
- Location: Santa Fe, NM (CHRISTUS St. Vincent Orthopedic Clinic & Main Hospital Campus)
- Job Type: Full-Time, Employed (Less-than-full-time flexibility available via mutual agreement)
- Schedule: Multi-shift availability; Light phone-based practice call (no hospital visits required) shared among 18 providers.
Requirements
- Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Specialized training/focus in Total Joint Reconstruction.
- 2+ years of experience preferred; highly qualified new graduates will be considered.
- Ability to obtain a current and unrestricted New Mexico medical license.
- Exceptional communication skills and a collaborative, mission-driven mindset.
Compensation & Benefits
- Highly Competitive Base Salary + Productivity Bonuses & RVU upside.
Generous Sign-On Bonus and relocation assistance. - Dedicated time and funds for continuing education and licensure.
- Employer-paid medical malpractice coverage, health, dental, and retirement plans.
- 1-to-1 Physician-to-Advanced Practitioner ratio to maximize efficiency and patient care.
About CHRISTUS St. Vincent
CHRISTUS St. Vincent is a community-based, private, not-for-profit health system and a Level III Trauma Center. As Northern New Mexico’s only full-service healthcare provider, we serve over 300,000 residents. We are mission-minded and dedicated to delivering exceptional, personalized care to a diverse and vibrant community.
How to Apply
Ready to elevate your career in the heart of the Southwest? Submit your CV and cover letter to our provider recruitment team:
Christina Vincent, Provider Recruiter
Email: christina.vincent@stvin.org
Online Portal: Apply via CHRISTUS Health Careers
CHRISTUS St. Vincent is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
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How to Apply
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