Orthopedics - Trauma Physician

  • Curative
  • Omaha, Nebraska
  • 02/25/2026
Full time

Job Description

Orthopedic Hospitalist Opportunity in Omaha, Nebraska

A premier orthopedic and neurosurgery private practice in Omaha is expanding and seeking an Orthopedic Hospitalist/Traumatologist to join its team. This newly created position offers the opportunity to build a defined trauma role within a highly respected group, combining professional autonomy, strong income potential, and a clear pathway to partnership.


Practice Overview

  • Orthopedic hospitalist / traumatologist position supporting the orthopedic surgeons.
  • You'll join a respected private orthopedic group with 20+ partners across multiple subspecialties
  • Dedicated OR block each morning, followed by consults, rounds, and post-op management
  • 400-500 cases annually including hip fractures, ankle fractures, periprosthetic fractures, and infections
  • No spine cases; all surgeries and consults are performed by the 6 neurosurgeons


Schedule

  • Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule with no weeknight call
  • Only 1 weekend of call per month; home for dinner every night
  • Flexible opportunity to build elective cases alongside hospitalist duties
  • On-call physician takes over after 5 PM


Compensation & Benefits

  • $500,000 base salary with 45% collections-based bonus above base
  • Partnership track beginning Year 2 with average collections of $1.4M and 30%+ ROI surgical hospital buy-in
  • $25,000-$50,000 sign-on bonus and up to $15,000 relocation assistance
  • 4-6 weeks PTO, malpractice with tail, CME stipend, full benefits, and retirement plan


Candidate Requirements

  • Board-eligible or board-certified in orthopedic surgery
  • Fellowship in trauma or strong general orthopedic experience preferred
  • Must be comfortable with shoulder-to-ankle pathology; no spine required
  • Business-minded team player interested in partnership and long-term growth


Community & Location Highlights

  • Family-friendly metro with top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and excellent cost of living
  • Vibrant food scene, professional sports, and access to year-round outdoor recreation
  • Daily commutes under 15 minutes and major airport within easy reach
  • Ideal mix of urban amenities and Midwestern quality of life


Contact us to see how this opportunity can help you build a rewarding practice with a balanced life.