Orthopedic Surgeon, Traumatologist - Physician - Quad Cities (Eastern Iowa/Western Illinois) - $100,000 bonus

Job Description

Orthopedic Surgeon, Traumatologist - Physician - Eastern Iowa/Western Illinois - $100,000 Bonus

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Join a Growing, High-Performing Team

MercyOne Genesis is excited to welcome a BC/BE Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to our expanding team at our Level III Trauma Center. This is a rare opportunity to step into a new, rapidly growing orthopedic practice where your expertise, innovative mindset, and passion for trauma care will directly shape the future of the program.

We’re looking for a surgeon with strong training in orthopedic traumatology or adult reconstruction/total joints who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll work on complex cases, enjoy strong system-wide support, and practice with the autonomy and resources you need to excel.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Impact from day one: Join a new practice with the freedom to build and shape the program you envision.

Team-based environment: Work closely with trauma, anesthesia, orthopedics, and critical care in a setting designed for efficiency and exceptional outcomes.

High-energy atmosphere: Take on diverse, challenging cases supported by advanced technology and dedicated trauma OR blocks.

Work-life balance: 100% inpatient focus, Monday–Friday schedule, and a predictable call rotation.

Position Highlights

Level III Trauma Center

100% inpatient role | Monday–Friday, 8–5

Shared evening and weekend call (1:8)

Postoperative clinic support included

Dedicated APP support

Dedicated trauma OR block time

Excellent system infrastructure with highly collaborative multispecialty teams

Qualifications

MD or DO

Fellowship trained in Orthopedic Traumatology or Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Arthroplasty

ABOS Board Certified or Board Eligible required

Ability to obtain Iowa and Illinois medical licenses

Strong clinical and surgical skill set with a commitment to quality and evidence-based care

Excellent communication skills and a team-focused mindset

Open to graduating fellows and experienced orthopedic surgeons

Compensation & Benefits

Two-year guaranteed salary: $730,000, plus production

Straight production model starting in year 3

Earning potential of $1M+

$100,000 recruitment incentive

Up to $15,000 relocation assistance

Generous time off: 4 weeks vacation, 1 week CME, 6 paid holidays

$5,000 annual CME stipend

Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability – Benefits start day one!

401(k) with match + 457(b)

Professional liability coverage

Autonomy and stability: build the practice you want within a supportive medical group

PSLF eligibility

A Perfect Place to Call Home

Set along the scenic Mississippi River, the Quad Cities offer an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy safe neighborhoods, short commutes, and outstanding schools—both in the city and surrounding communities. With a vibrant festival scene, museums, performing arts, and outdoor recreation at every turn, the area offers big-city amenities with Midwestern warmth.

We’re also conveniently located just:

2.5 hours from Chicago & Des Moines

1 hour from the University of Iowa

Minutes from the Quad Cities Airport

Whether you enjoy riverfront biking, great restaurants, family-friendly attractions like the Niabi Zoo, or a diverse arts and culture scene—you’ll find your perfect fit here.

ABOUT THE HEALTH SYSTEM

MercyOne Genesis, established in 1869, is one of the largest employers in the Quad Cities, boasting a workforce of over 5,000 employees. The non-profit regional health system serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. The system offers a comprehensive continuum of health care services through its network of hospitals and affiliates. Its hospitals include Genesis Medical Center locations in Davenport (East Rusholme Street and West Central Park Avenue), DeWitt, Aledo, and Silvis, as well as the management of Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa. Throughout its history, MercyOne Genesis has been recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety. MercyOne Genesis and its affiliates provide a full continuum of health services while fostering strong community ties in the vibrant Quad Cities region.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY

The Quad Cities offers safe communities, excellent public schools, and affordability, while providing an amazing professional opportunity for someone who wants to be busy. The largest metropolitan area on the Mississippi River between Minneapolis and St. Louis, the Quad Cities is three hours west of Chicago and one hour east of the University of Iowa in Iowa City (Go Hawkeyes!). The area has recently been ranked best place to live. The community is fortunate to support the Niabi Zoo, museums, fine arts, a local festival scene, minor league baseball and hockey, and many seasonal outdoor activities. The John Deere Classic, PGA Tour event, and the Bix 7 road race bring in people from all over the world every summer.

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 133,000 colleagues and more than 38,900 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 92 hospitals, 101 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country as well as many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2025, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $2.9 billion in its communities in the form of charity care, community benefit and other programs and services.

Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Experiencing Poverty, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.

At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity Health, we encourage you to explore more at www.trinity-health.org.

Opportunity criteria

Specialty: Orthopedic Surgery : Trauma

Candidate Type: MD, DO

Visa Accepted: H-1B

Salary Range: Not Specified

Loan Repayment: Yes

Employment Type: Full Time

Bonuses Offered: Retention, Starting, Relocation, Productivity

Not-for-profit: 501(c)(3)

Recruiting contact: Tiffany Circello tiffany.circello@mercyone.org