Physician - Ortho Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN

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Essentia Health is hiring a Physician - Ortho Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN. This is a full-time role in Detroit Lakes. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Building Location:

St Marys - Detroit Lakes Clinic

Department:

3201570 ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY - DL CLIN

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Exciting Opportunity for a Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Join a Thriving, Clinician-Led Organization

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Orthopedic Surgeon to join our well-established and expanding team. This is a unique opportunity to replace a recently retired surgeon and contribute to the growth and enhancement of our services, meeting the needs of our vibrant community.

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive Practice: Our practice includes Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedic Trauma. You will work alongside one full-time and one casual surgeon, supported by four Advanced Practice Clinicians.
Innovative Call System: Primary Orthopedic Calls are managed by an Advanced Practice Clinician, with surgeons providing secondary calls. Enjoy primary access to PACS and EMR systems from home, with a shared call schedule of 1:4 to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Strong Patient Base: Benefit from a loyal patient population and a robust referral network within Essentia Health’s integrated care team.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with orthopedic teams at Essentia Health facilities in Fargo, ND, and Duluth, MN. Our physical and occupational therapy departments are committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Supportive Hospital Staff: Our affiliated Essentia Health Hospital employs dedicated, full-time ED and hospitalist physicians, ensuring comprehensive patient care.

COMPENSATION

$600,000 . Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Ideal Location

Picturesque Community: Detroit Lakes, MN, is centrally located in the heart of the Lakes Area, offering year-round outdoor activities.
Convenient Access: Just one hour from Fargo and three hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Regional Service Area: Our service area includes 7 clinics and one hospital, ensuring a broad and diverse patient base.

Join Us in Detroit Lakes, MN

If you are a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon looking for a rewarding career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we invite you to apply. Help us continue to provide exceptional care to our community while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

Apply Today!

About Essentia Health: Essentia Health is a large nonprofit integrated healthcare system located in North Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. We offer careers like nowhere else.

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

For additional information please contact:

Liz Huesman, Senior Physician Recruiter

701-261-6824

Elizabeth.Huesman@EssentiaHealth.org

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Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

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$1.00 - $1,000,000.00

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

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Where is the Physician - Ortho Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN position at Essentia Health located?

This position is based in Detroit Lakes. Essentia Health has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Physician - Ortho Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN at Essentia Health earn?

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When was the Physician - Ortho Surgery - Detroit Lakes, MN role at Essentia Health posted?

This role was posted on July 24, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.