What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ortho Foot and Ankle Surgeon | OINMS | Tupelo, MS position at U.S. Orthopaedic Partners?
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Foot and Ankle Surgeon to join our growing team in Tupelo, MS. The ideal candidate must be board-eligible or board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery with fellowship training in Foot/Ankle. This position provides a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative healthcare environment ensuring a balanced workload and rewarding experience.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Admitting Hospital And Surgery Center
Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi is a proud partner of USOP, a physician-led organization that offers a comprehensive business support model. USOP allows physicians to maintain clinical autonomy while benefiting from expert business resources in areas like finance, Recruitment, HR, IT, marketing, and compliance. USOP’s structure empowers physicians with 50% ownership and a strong voice in key decisions, ensuring a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
The Physician Board, which includes one doctor from each practice, ensuring that doctors across the organization have direct influence on all key decisions. This structure guarantees that the priorities and expertise of practicing physicians guide the direction of the entire platform. The inclusion of the Physician Board, which regularly meets with the CEO, further strengthens physician leadership
Partners include Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi, Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Mid State Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, North Alabama Bone & Joint Clinic, Oxford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Sports Med Orthopaedic Specialists, Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists, Orthopaedic Associates of New Orleans, and Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons.
About Tupelo, MS
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of foot and ankle disorders.
- Perform surgical interventions with precision and patient-centered care.
- Provide follow-up care and rehabilitation oversight.
- Participate in 1:5 call coverage, with the advantage of only covering referred patients— no responsibility for unreferred cases.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Orthopedic Surgery with foot and ankle specialization.
- Eligible for or holding a valid Mississippi medical license.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for providing excellent patient care.
- Competitive salary with bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, retirement plans)
- PTO and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance and signing bonus
- Potential for a lucrative partnership opportunity with proven financial success
- Established and thriving orthopaedic practice
- 5 Surgeons - Work alongside highly skilled physicians
- 4 Nurse Practitioners and 2 Physician Assistants
- 4 clinic locations, including the main location in Tupelo
- Opportunity to build your practice in a full volume, already established patient base
- Exceptional work-life balance and financial success
- Specialties Include:
- Sports Medicine
- Joint
- Spine
- Hand, Wrist, & Elbow
- Foot & Ankle
Admitting Hospital And Surgery Center
- North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo Hospital
- North Mississippi Ambulatory Surgery Center
Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi is a proud partner of USOP, a physician-led organization that offers a comprehensive business support model. USOP allows physicians to maintain clinical autonomy while benefiting from expert business resources in areas like finance, Recruitment, HR, IT, marketing, and compliance. USOP’s structure empowers physicians with 50% ownership and a strong voice in key decisions, ensuring a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
The Physician Board, which includes one doctor from each practice, ensuring that doctors across the organization have direct influence on all key decisions. This structure guarantees that the priorities and expertise of practicing physicians guide the direction of the entire platform. The inclusion of the Physician Board, which regularly meets with the CEO, further strengthens physician leadership
Partners include Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi, Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Mid State Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, North Alabama Bone & Joint Clinic, Oxford Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Sports Med Orthopaedic Specialists, Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists, Orthopaedic Associates of New Orleans, and Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons.
About Tupelo, MS
- Elvis Presley’s Birthplace:
- Tupelo is the birthplace of Elvis Presley, featuring the Elvis Presley Birthplace & Museum.
- Proximity to Major Cities:
- Memphis, TN – 1.5 hours (90 miles)
- Birmingham, AL – 2 hours (130 miles)
- Jackson, MS – 2 hours (125 miles)
- Nearby Airports:
- Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP) – 5 miles
- Memphis International Airport (MEM) – 90 miles
- Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM) – 130 miles
- Outdoor & Cultural Attractions:
- Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo
- Natchez Trace Parkway
- Tupelo National Battlefield
- Main Street District – Local shops and dining
- Gulf Coast Access:
- Biloxi, MS – 3.5 to 4 hours (220-250 miles) for beaches and casinos
- Gulf Shores, AL – About 4 hours (240 miles) for beaches, golf, and family-friendly attractions
- 30A (Santa Rosa Beach, FL) – 4.5 to 5 hours (280 miles), known for scenic beaches and upscale dining
- Other Nearby Attractions:
- Vicksburg National Military Park – 3 hours
- Oxford, MS – 1 hour, home of the University of Mississippi
