Orthopedic Spine Surgeon (MD/DO)
Must be legally licensed to practice medicine in North Dakota and/or Minnesota, depending on the location of the practice to which you are assigned
Position Summary The Orthopedic Spine Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for patients with disorders of the spine. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, operative and perioperative management of spinal conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate and manage patients with spinal disorders including degenerative disease, trauma, deformity, tumors, and infections
Diagnose and treat conditions such as spinal stenosis, disc herniation, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, and spinal instability
Perform spine surgical procedures consistent with training and privileges, including minimally invasive and complex reconstructive techniques
Provide non-operative spine care including injections, bracing, and rehabilitation planning as appropriate
Manage perioperative and postoperative care, including complications and recovery
Participate in emergency and on-call coverage for spine-related conditions
Interpret diagnostic studies including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and other spinal imaging
Collaborate with neurosurgery, pain management, physical medicine and rehabilitation, anesthesia, and physical therapy
Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical risks, and expected outcomes
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited orthopedic surgery residency program
Fellowship training in spine surgery
Board-eligible or board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies Expertise in operative and non-operative spine care
Strong clinical judgment and advanced surgical skills
Ability to manage complex spinal pathology and high-acuity cases
Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and patient safety
Work Environment Hospital operating rooms, outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, and inpatient units
Call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures
Manual dexterity and physical stamina for complex operative cases
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for operative and clinical care
