Website ssmhealthjobs SSM Health / SLUCare Physician Group
The Healing Power of Presence.
Location: Shawnee, Oklahoma (Greater Oklahoma City Area)
Job Type: Full-Time, Employed (Non-Profit Health System)
Visa Sponsorship: Not available (No J-1 or H-1B)
SSM Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Orthopedic Surgeon to join and help expand orthopedic services in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Located just 30 minutes outside of Oklahoma City, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to build a high-volume, rewarding practice from the ground up in a highly respected, physician-friendly community. You will step into a growing service line with a robust, built-in primary care referral network, a standalone clinic, and light call rotation.
New graduates and fellows are highly encouraged to apply.
Job Description & Scope of Practice
As an employed physician with SSM Health, you will join a growing service line that currently features one full-time, sports medicine fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. This role is ideal for an ambitious surgeon who wants to scale a practice quickly without the burden of an existing patient panel holding them back.
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday with built-in flexibility.
- Practice Mix: Approximately 80% outpatient clinic / 20% surgical.
- Case Volume: Anticipated 5–7 procedures per week while building; up to 20+ clinic patients per day (2–3 days per week).
- Clinical Spectrum: Broad general orthopedics, including fractures, knees, elbows, and Emergency Department consults. Candidates with an interest or experience in joint replacements and revisions will find an excellent environment to utilize those skills.
- Surgical Facilities: Five large, modern Operating Rooms with dedicated time from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Call Schedule: Relatively light, averaging approximately 7 days per month.
State-of-the-Art Facilities & Dedicated Support
- Standalone Clinic: Practice out of a modern orthopedic clinic located directly across the street from the main hospital, featuring 12 exam rooms and on-site X-ray.
- Physical Therapy: Seamless continuity of care with two dedicated SSM physical therapy clinics (one on the main hospital campus, and one 3–4 miles away at an outpatient satellite clinic).
- Referral Base: An established, highly collaborative SSM Health regional provider network ensuring a steady stream of internal patient referrals.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited program.
- Successful completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency program.
- Board Certified (BC) or Board Eligible (BE) in Orthopedic Surgery.
- Eligible for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Oklahoma.
Compensation & Benefits
SSM Health offers a highly competitive, comprehensive compensation structure designed to provide long-term financial security and professional peace of mind.
- Base Salary: Competitive guaranteed base salary commensurate with experience, transitioning to a production-based model.
- Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Allowance: Generous and negotiable.
- Educational Loan Repayment: Tailored financial assistance packages available and negotiable.
- Retirement Options: Comprehensive employer-matched retirement savings plans.
- Insurance: Premium medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage.
- CME Allowance: Dedicated time off and annual stipend for continuing medical education.
- Malpractice Protection: Robust professional liability coverage, including tail coverage.
About SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee
SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities across the Midwest. Celebrating over 50 years of dedicated service in Pottawatomie County, our staff is deeply committed to providing exceptional, compassionate healthcare to every patient who walks through our doors.
- The Perfect Balance: Enjoy a highly flexible Monday-Friday schedule and a light 1:4 call rotation, giving you plenty of time to experience life outside the hospital.
- An Award-Winning Environment: For 2026, the Chartis Center for Rural Health officially named SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital – Shawnee one of the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals in the nation.
- Metro Proximity, Small-Town Value: Live and practice just 30 minutes from downtown Oklahoma City. You get easy access to metropolitan amenities, professional sports, and an airport, combined with Shawnee’s affordable housing, excellent local schools, and rich cultural heritage.
- Physician-Friendly Community: Oklahoma is widely recognized as a provider-friendly state. In Shawnee, physicians are deeply valued, highly respected, and treated as vital pillars of the community.
How to Apply
Ready to learn more about this thriving practice opportunity? Contact our dedicated physician recruiter for a confidential conversation or to submit your CV.
Stacy Casaz, CPRP, Physician and Provider Recruiter
Phone: 405-272-7954
Email: Stacy.casaz@ssmhealth.com
Please reference Job ID: 908037 when reaching out regarding this position.
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.