Ortho Trauma & Total Joint Physician — Central Maine Medical Center (Lewiston, ME)

Position Title: Ortho Trauma & Total Joint Physician (Orthopedic Surgeon)

Location: Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, Maine

Employment: Full-time, On-site Physician Role

Employer: Central Maine Medical Center, part of the PrimeHealthcare health system

About the Organization

Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) is a major regional hospital located in Lewiston, Maine, and serves as a designated trauma center with comprehensive orthopedic services. Now part of the PrimeHealthcare network, CMMC is supported by expanded resources and commitment to delivering top-tier care throughout central Maine. The Orthopedics department offers full musculoskeletal care including trauma, total joint replacement, advanced imaging, ambulatory surgery, and rehabilitation services .

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and patient-centered Ortho Trauma & Total Joint Physician to join our growing orthopedic surgery team. This role combines expertise in complex trauma surgery with proficiency in total joint arthroplasty (hip, knee, and other major joints). You will provide surgical care, consultative services, and multidisciplinary coordination to optimize outcomes for a broad range of orthopedic patients.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, malpractice coverage (including tail), and CME allowance.
• Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a supportive system.
• State-of-the-art facilities and access to advanced orthopedic care technologies.
  (Benefits generally align with other CMMC/PrimeHealthcare physician opportunities.) 

Why Join Central Maine Medical Center

Become part of a respected healthcare institution that serves as a cornerstone of orthopedic care in Maine. With a collaborative team atmosphere and strong community support, you’ll make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while enjoying the natural beauty and quality of life that central Maine offers.

• Diagnose and treat orthopedic trauma injuries, including fractures, dislocations, and musculoskeletal emergencies.
• Perform total joint replacement surgeries, including primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasties, as well as other joint procedures appropriate to practice scope.
• Provide pre-operative evaluation, surgical intervention, and post-operative follow-up care.
• Participate in orthopedic trauma call coverage and collaborate with emergency medicine, ICU, and rehabilitation teams.
• Work closely with physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, radiology, and ancillary services to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families on surgical plans, recovery expectations, and long-term joint health strategies.
• Maintain detailed, compliant medical records and uphold clinical quality standards and safety protocols.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and ongoing practice development.
  (Typical responsibilities reflect standard orthopedic trauma and joint replacement duties across similar roles.) 

• MD or DO degree and completion of accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency.
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training or equivalent experience in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery and/or Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Arthroplasty highly preferred.
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice medicine in the state of Maine.
• Strong clinical judgment, surgical competence, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, patient-focused environment.
  (Preferred qualifications adapted from comparable orthopedic trauma and joint surgeon roles.) 

CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

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