Opportunity Details

Join an Established Orthopedic Practice in High-Growth Border Community

Laredo Physicians Group is seeking an experienced, board-certified orthopedic surgeon to launch a new orthopedic surgery office with our established medical group in Laredo, Texas. This exceptional physician opportunity offers competitive compensation, practice autonomy, and partnership potential in one of America's fastest-growing border cities.

Physician Compensation & Benefits Package

Competitive Salary & Incentives: Guaranteed base salary with aggressive productivity bonuses, partnership track with ownership opportunities, comprehensive signing bonus and relocation assistance, and CME allowance with professional development funding.

Work-Life Balance Benefits: Flexible scheduling with call coverage support, generous paid time off (PTO) and vacation days, malpractice insurance coverage with tail coverage, full medical, dental, and vision benefits for physician and family, and 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

Professional Requirements: Board Eligible (BE) or Board Certified (BC) in Orthopedic Surgery, active or eligible for Texas medical license, fellowship training welcomed but not required, and sports medicine and joint replacement experience preferred.

Why Practice Orthopedic Medicine in Laredo, Texas

Thriving Healthcare Market with Growing Patient Demand

Laredo represents an exceptional opportunity for orthopedic surgeons seeking a stable, high-growth market. As America's largest inland port and gateway to Mexico, this vibrant border community of 260,000+ residents offers an underserved market with limited orthopedic specialists, an expanding patient base from population growth and medical tourism, a strong referral network from primary care physicians and urgent care centers, modern surgical facilities with advanced orthopedic technology, and a collaborative medical community fostering multidisciplinary care.

About Doctors Hospital of Laredo & Universal Health Services

State-of-the-Art Medical Facility: Partner with Doctors Hospital of Laredo, a premier 183-bed acute care hospital offering comprehensive orthopedic services including advanced orthopedic surgery suites with cutting-edge equipment, dedicated sports medicine and joint replacement programs, 24/7 emergency department with trauma capabilities, comprehensive rehabilitation and physical therapy services, and electronic medical records (EMR) with integrated physician support.

Backed by UHS Resources: As part of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of America's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, physicians benefit from enterprise-level administrative and billing support, access to clinical research and continuing medical education, marketing and practice development resources, recruitment assistance and professional liability coverage, and financial stability with Fortune 500 backing.

Laredo Lifestyle: Top-Rated Border City for Physicians & Families

Financial Advantages for Medical Professionals

Texas offers no state income tax that maximizes physician take-home pay, combined with a low cost of living 25% below the national average, affordable luxury housing with spacious homes and acreage, and property tax advantages compared to major Texas metros.

Rich Cultural Experience & Community

Experience authentic Mexican-American heritage within a bilingual community, explore the historic downtown featuring colonial architecture and cultural festivals, enjoy world-renowned cuisine from award-winning border restaurants, and participate in annual celebrations including Washington's Birthday Celebration, the largest in the United States.

Family-Friendly Environment

Laredo offers top-rated public and private schools with excellent academics, safe family-oriented neighborhoods with low crime rates, active youth sports programs including soccer, baseball, and basketball, and a strong sense of community with welcoming residents.

Outdoor Recreation & Year-Round Sunshine

Enjoy 300+ days of sunshine annually for an active outdoor lifestyle, play championship golf courses including the Texas A&M International course, visit Lake Casa Blanca State Park offering fishing, boating, and camping, experience Rio Grande water sports and nature trails, and access tennis facilities and fitness centers throughout the city.

Strategic Location & Accessibility

Laredo International Airport provides direct flights to Dallas, Houston, and major hubs. The city is just 2.5 hours from San Antonio for dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions, 3 hours to Corpus Christi beaches for weekend getaways, offers international border crossing to Nuevo Laredo, Mexico for shopping and dining, and features Interstate 35 access connecting to Austin and beyond.

Growing Economic Hub with Stable Healthcare Demand

Laredo's economy thrives as a major trade center, creating consistent demand for medical services. The city serves as an international trade gateway supporting diverse industries, features expanding commercial sectors attracting young professionals and families, maintains a strong retail and service economy with low unemployment, presents medical tourism opportunities from an international patient base, and ensures economic diversification for long-term stability.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email me with your CV.

Samantha Barnett

In-house Physician Recruiter

Samantha.Barnett@uhsinc.com

956.821.8418