Description

Northern Light Mercy Hospital is seeking a full time BC/BE Total Joint Orthopedic Surgeon to join its established, successful Orthopedic practice in Falmouth and Portland, Maine. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, patient-centered team in one of New England’s most desirable coastal communities.

Both experienced physicians and new graduates are encouraged to apply!

Schedule Highlights

• 2 days in the OR and 3 days in the clinic each week, with the flexibility to increase OR time as patient demand grows.
• Shared 1:4 call rotation.
• 328 hours of annual PTO and additional Paid Parental Time for new parents.

Practice in a Thriving, Well-Supported Environment

• Work alongside 3 other accomplished orthopedic surgeons in a department committed to maintaining  high standards of surgical care.
• Benefit from the support of an experienced PA team, with PAs assigned to individual surgeons and serving as first assist in the OR.
• Practice in a community-based, clinician-led setting with full access to the resources and protections of an integrated system.
• Access to the ROSA robotic system to enhance surgical accuracy and outcomes.

Benefits Information: 

• Generous student loan reimbursement opportunities
• Sign-on bonus available
• Relocation assistance, where applicable
• Potential for J-1 waiver sponsorship with pathway to Green Card (if desired) and immigration counsel support.

Compensation Information:

• $800,000 annual base salary with the ability to earn additional compensation based on productivity. 
• The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position.  The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.

Northern Light Health

At Northern Light Health, we’re building a better approach to healthcare because we believe people deserve access to care that works for them. As an integrated health delivery system serving Maine, we’re raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Our nearly 10,000 team members—in hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, long-term and home healthcare, and ground and air medical transport and emergency care—are committed to making healthcare work for our patients, communities, and employees.

Northern Light Mercy Hospital

Northern Light Mercy Hospital is a nonprofit acute care hospital in Portland, Maine, and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. Our work is grounded in compassion, dignity, and service, with a commitment to caring for every member of our community, especially those most in need. At Mercy, people come to work knowing their role matters. Whether at the bedside, in support services, administration, or clinical care, every team member contributes to a culture built on respect, collaboration, and purpose.

We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services, along with multiple primary and specialty care offerings and community-based programs that extend our impact beyond the hospital walls. As a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system, employees benefit from the stability, resource, and career pathways of a larger organization while working in a hospital that feels personal and connected. Team members have opportunities to grow professionally, explore new roles, and build long-term careers in an environment focused on quality, innovation, and the well-being of our workforce.

Portland, Maine

Mercy Hospital is located in Portland - Maine’s largest and most vibrant city, offering an exceptional quality of life that attracts people from across the country. Portland is nationally recognized for its food scene, arts and culture, vibrant neighborhoods, and strong sense of community. Within minutes of the city, you can reach beaches, islands, lakes, and mountain trails, with easy access to hiking, skiing, boating, and cycling. The region also offers excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and easy travel connections through Portland International Jetport and nearby rail service to Boston. Southern Maine blends career opportunity with a lifestyle centered on balance, outdoor recreation, and coastal living, making it an ideal place to live and build a career.

To learn more, please contact:

Emily Jerdonek, Provider Recruiter
Email: providercareers@northernlight.org
Call: (207) 973-5358
Text “Ortho Mercy” to (207) 560-0133