Orthopaedic Surgery - Physician at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri - Mercy
Job Description
Mercy Orthopedics is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Orthopedic Hand Surgeon to join our Center for Performance Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. You’ll join a highly collaborative team of 14 orthopedic surgeons, 11 advanced practitioners, and a dedicated support staff—all committed to delivering exceptional, patientcentered care.
As the Official Medical Provider of the St. Louis Cardinals—a longstanding partnership delivering prolevel sports medicine care—Mercy offers a uniquely prestigious platform to elevate your practice.
Why Mercy Orthopedics?
Supportive, collegial team environment
Brandnew clinic space featuring 50 exam rooms and an onsite physical therapy gym
Hand call only
Firstclass OR equipped with the latest technology and surgical tools
Strong, built-in referral base from Mercy Clinic primary care providers
Excellent case variety with a diverse patient population
Seamless documentation and workflow through Epic EMR
What We Offer:
Competitive income guarantee followed by a productivity-based compensation model
Comprehensive benefits available on day one—including health, dental, vision, and CME
Robust retirement options with employer matching and contributions
Relocation assistance and professional liability coverage
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) as a notforprofit health system
H1B sponsorship available for this location
Join a mission-driven organization where you can build a thriving practice, collaborate with top-tier colleagues, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients across the region.
Your life is our life’s work
At Mercy, you can lead the way. Join a team where your passion for patient care meets cutting-edge innovation. As part of an organization rooted in nearly 200 years of compassionate service, you’ll help deliver transformative health care experiences while exploring new technologies and shaping the future of medicine. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to physician leadership—from the highest levels of our organization to the front lines of care—where physicians and caregivers collaborate, embrace fresh thinking, and drive clinical and operational excellence. If making a difference in your community is why you chose health care, Mercy is where your purpose meets possibility.
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Typical mid-level pay: $153k for Podiatrists nationally
Senior roles pay 139% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.
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Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.
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