The Role
Seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to provide full-scope orthopedic care in a rural hospital. Responsibilities include elective and acute surgery, clinic, hospital and OR coverage, 24/7 ED ortho call, and building a community program within a two-surgeon model (approx. 183 days/year each).
Summary Generated by Built In
Orthopedic Surgeon – Banner Churchill Community Hospital
Location: Fallon, NV
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Opportunity Overview
Surgical Affiliates Management Group (SAMGI) is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join our program at Banner Churchill Community Hospital in Fallon, Nevada.
This is a unique opportunity to practice full-scope orthopedic surgery in a rural community setting while enjoying a predictable schedule and the professional support of a well-established surgical group.
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Why This Role?
- Join an established team
- Balanced case mix of elective and acute orthopedic cases
- Predictable 15-shift/month schedule
- Build and lead a program that truly impacts community health
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Program Highlights
- Two-Surgeon Model: Each surgeon works ~183 days/year
- 24/7/365 ED Ortho Call Coverage
- Daily Onsite Weekday Coverage (M–F): Clinic, hospital, and OR
- Clinic Duties Include: Elective ortho, follow-ups, and outpatient consults
- Target Volume: 150 acute + 150 elective = 300 total cases in year one
- No APPs required – direct surgeon-delivered care
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Hospital Snapshot
- Banner Churchill Community Hospital
- 25-bed rural facility with a tight-knit, patient-centered environment
- 4-bed Medical ICU, MRI on site
- ED sees ~17,734 visits annually, serves ~81,000 outpatient clinic visits
- Located in the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills, about an hour from Reno
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Live & Work in Fallon, NV
Known as the "Oasis of Nevada", Fallon offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big adventure. Home to Naval Air Station Fallon and the TOPGUN training program, this welcoming community boasts preserved historical architecture, including the original Fallon Theater. Just an hour’s drive from world-class skiing, water sports, and Reno-Tahoe International Airport, Fallon is a hidden gem in northern Nevada.
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Candidate Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Experience in arthroscopy, joint replacement, and acute fracture care
- Proven ability to balance elective & inpatient referrals
- High standards for patient satisfaction, strong communication skills
- Demonstrated excellence in a collaborative team-based environment
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Compensation & Benefits
- Predictable 15 shifts/month schedule
- Comprehensive benefits package: medical/dental/vision, 401(k)
- Malpractice insurance + tail coverage
- Annual CME allowance
- Stability with a respected multi-state surgical group with over 25 years of experience
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Why SAMGI?
Surgical Affiliates Management Group is a physician-led organization committed to improving surgical care and redefining how surgeons practice. We focus exclusively on surgicalist programs and partner with hospitals to deliver:
- A collaborative, team-based culture focused on clinical quality and outcomes
- Sustainable, efficient workflows and a robust operational support team
- Long-term partnerships with hospitals and physicians
- The flexibility and resources needed to achieve a rewarding surgical career
Skills Required
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
- Experience in arthroscopy
- Experience in joint replacement
- Experience in acute fracture care
- Ability to balance elective and inpatient referrals
- High patient satisfaction standards and strong communication skills
- Demonstrated excellence in a collaborative team-based environment
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The Company
What We Do
Founded by surgeons in 1996, SAMGI builds and manages full acute care teams for hospitals nationwide. The company provides board-certified surgeons, healthcare providers, and medical directors for in-house trauma, acute care, orthopedic, neurosurgery, urology, GI, vascular, and general surgery services. It also helps hospitals implement emergency services and protocols while improving hospital workflow, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
