Orthopedic Surgery Total Joint / Adult Reconstruction Tucson, AZTHE OPPORTUNITYStaffMed Health Partners is recruiting a fellowship-trained Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon to join a high-volume, rapidly expanding orthopedic service line in Tucson, Arizona. This is a referral-rich environment with immediate volume you'll hit the ground running with a full schedule, MAKO robotic-assisted surgery, and a certified Joint Replacement Center recognized for excellence in knee, hip, shoulder, and ankle procedures.
PRACTICE DETAILS• Full-time employed opportunity with rapid ramp-up strong existing referral base
• 60% outpatient / 40% surgical mix
• Average 25 patients per clinic day, 8 12 surgeries per week
• Practice call required (shared, manageable rotation)
• Access to MAKO robotic-assisted surgery system
• Certified Joint Replacement Center (knee, hip, shoulder, ankle)
• On-campus location for seamless clinic-to-OR-to-inpatient workflow
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team focused on quality outcomes
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Malpractice coverage with tail protection
• 401(k) with employer match
• CME allowance and dedicated conference time
• Generous PTO
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
REQUIREMENTS• MD or DO from accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Adult Reconstructive fellowship training required
• Arizona medical license or eligibility to obtain
THE LOCATION Tucson, AZTucson delivers what few cities can 350 days of sunshine, dramatic Sonoran Desert landscapes, and a cost of living that lets physicians build real wealth. Nestled between five mountain ranges with saguaro-studded foothills as your backdrop, the city offers world-class hiking at Sabino Canyon, Mount Lemmon's alpine escape just 45 minutes from your front door, and Saguaro National Park literally at the city limits. The dining scene earned Tucson UNESCO City of Gastronomy status the first in the United States with a culinary heritage spanning centuries of Sonoran, Mexican, and Native American traditions. The University of Arizona brings a vibrant cultural and intellectual energy, from Wildcat basketball to the Arizona State Museum. Families thrive here with excellent public and private schools, safe master-planned communities in the Catalina Foothills, Oro Valley, and Marana, and a genuine warmth that makes newcomers feel at home within weeks. Tucson International Airport connects you to major hubs, and Phoenix is a quick 90-minute drive north for additional amenities.
Alex Higgins
