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Posted August 01, 2026

Total Joint Orthopaedic Surgeon - Private Practice - Central Wisconsin

Curative
Wausau, WI, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Total Joint Orthopaedic Surgery | Private Practice Partnership | Wisconsin

You've built your skillset - now step into a practice where joint volume is ready from day one and your long-term voice matters. This is a Total Joint Orthopaedic Surgery position with a clear path to partnership in an independent, physician-led group. If you're looking for autonomy, efficient OR access, and the option to build something you can own, let's talk.


Practice Overview


  • Independent, physician-led private practice with a practice-owned ASC
  • Established referral network with immediate total joint volume
  • Approximately 70-80% Total Joints / 20-30% General Orthopaedics
  • High demand for hip and knee replacement with opportunity for revisions, shoulder arthroplasty, and additional procedures based on interest
  • Guaranteed OR block time with approximately 2-3 clinic days and 2-2.5 OR days per week
  • Partners support new surgeons through referrals, case sharing, and mentorship
  • On-site ASC, imaging, physical therapy, and walk-in orthopaedic clinic
  • Shared APP support with the option for a dedicated PA/NP as your practice grows
  • Approximately 1:5 weekend call, with call decreasing after partnership

Compensation & Benefits


  • Guaranteed base + Collections-Based Productivity, sign-on and relocation assistance, 6 weeks PTO, CME, retirement/profit sharing, and malpractice with tail coverage.
  • Partnership eligibility after 2 years, with additional ownership opportunities in the ASC, real estate, and ASC real estate. Productive partner income typically ranges from 800K-1M+ annually.

Candidate Requirements


  • Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Total Joints
  • Comfortable maintaining some general orthopaedics alongside a high-volume joint practice

Community & Location Highlights


  • Family-friendly community with an affordable cost of living and strong local schools
  • Easy access to year-round outdoor recreation, including lakes, trails, skiing, golf, hunting, and fishing
  • Enjoy a smaller-community lifestyle while still having access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and regional amenities
  • Convenient regional airport access makes travel easy
  • Ideal setting for physicians looking for space, shorter commutes, and a strong work-life balance

Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.

\nCompany Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.

Since the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.

Curative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.

Company Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.\r\n\r\nSince the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.\r\n\r\nCurative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.

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