About this role
Phelps Health
Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity in the Ozarks Near St. Louis
Rolla, MO
full-time
Inpatient and outpatient
Offers J1 and H1-B
Beds
Phelps Health
Job Highlights
- High Earning Potential
- Loan Repayment or Assistance Offered
- Non-Profit Employer
Orthopedic Surgery – Forbes Best-in-State Employer – Phelps Health
We’re seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon who shares our C.A.R.E.S. values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service.
Highlights:
- Experienced team of 3 physicians, 3 mid-level providers, nursing, and support staff
- Smith & Nephew Trauma (built in local rep), Arthrex Trauma (local rep), Hana table, Jackson table, shoulder/hip trauma equipment, anterior hip equipment, and more
- Epic EMR and Dax AI Scribe with robust back-end support team
Qualifications and Experience
- Board Eligible/Board Certified
Location
- This is a full-time position based at the Phelps Health main hospital campus in Rolla, Missouri.
Position Benefits:
- Guaranteed base salary for three years, plus wRVU incentives
- Signing Bonus
- Relocation Allowance
- Residency Stipend Available
- Immigration Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401K and Pension
- Comprehensive Benefits
Our Competitive Edge:
- Supportive organization with team-oriented staff
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment with an organization dedicated to reinvesting in high-quality care; use of Epic EMR, DAX Copilot, etc.
- Hospital-attached clinics in a system that values its employees and work-life balance
- Opportunities for leadership and employer-paid professional development
- High-demand service in rural South-Central Missouri
Location Highlights:
- Endless outdoor activities, fine dining, and more in the breathtaking Ozarks, with nearby Mark Twain National Forest
- Low cost of living, top-rated public schools, and a low crime rate for family-friendly living
- Close proximity to Missouri S&T, Missouri’s No.1 Public University for ROI (Georgetown’s Center on Education)
- Welcoming atmosphere with big-city amenities, just 90 minutes from St. Louis
Join us at Phelps Health and elevate your career while enjoying the beauty and community spirit of Rolla, Missouri!
About Phelps Health
Phelps Health is a world-class healthcare facility licensed for 242 patient beds and is proud to be the area’s largest employer with over 1,700 employees. Phelps Health is also one of Missouri’s leading regional referral centers, serving over 200,000 residents in South Central Missouri. Phelps Health is a non-tax supported, county-owned hospital with a local 5-member elected board.
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Posted October 6, 2026