Orthopedic Spine Surgeon (Joliet, IL)
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Summary
Spine surgery carries more weight than almost anything else in orthopedics. The patients who land in your clinic have often been through years of failed conservative care, multiple opinions, and a healthcare system that either rushed them to the OR or left them waiting indefinitely. Genesis was built as the antidote to that, and we're looking for a spine surgeon who's ready to practice inside a system designed around the patient – not the payer.
Job description
The Opportunity
We're a full-spectrum MSK platform – 16 clinics across Chicagoland, surgery through physical therapy, Medicaid to private pay – with a spine patient population that is high-volume, underserved, and waiting for someone who will take the time to treat them correctly. Genesis was founded on the conviction that surgery is a last resort, not a revenue strategy. You'll have the clinical infrastructure to exhaust conservative care first and the surgical volume to back it up when the case actually calls for it. Day one, you'll have a full case load, 1–3 APPs supporting your practice, and a partnership-track role with real equity potential.
What You'll Work On
The full spine spectrum, including:
- Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar degenerative disease
- Disc herniation and radiculopathy
- Spinal stenosis and decompression
- Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS)
- Cervical and lumbar fusion – anterior, posterior, and lateral approaches
- Complex spinal reconstruction and revision surgery
- Deformity correction – scoliosis, kyphosis, sagittal imbalance
- Trauma – vertebral fractures, instability, cord injury
- Tumor and infection – evaluation and surgical management
- Motion preservation and disc replacement
Beyond the OR: access to Genesis's clinical trial infrastructure, product development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to research that actually moves spine surgery forward.
Who We're Looking For
BC/BE in orthopedic surgery with fellowship training in spine. Licensed in Illinois or eligible. But past the credential, here's what actually matters:
- You believe in conservative care first. Patients with spine pathology deserve a thorough non-operative workup before anyone talks about surgery.
- You're technically broad. Cervical to lumbar, decompression to complex reconstruction, primary to revision. You should be comfortable with the full spectrum.
- You think in systems. Spine patients require coordination — imaging, PT, pain management, surgical planning, post-op rehab.
- You're mission-aligned. Our patients include some of the most underserved in Chicagoland.
- You want equity, not just a salary. Partnership is the trajectory here for surgeons who invest in building something.
Requirements
- BC/BE in orthopedic surgery
- Fellowship training in spine
- Licensed in Illinois or eligible
- Commitment to conservative care first
- Proficiency across the full spectrum of spinal procedures
- Comfort with cervical to lumbar, decompression to complex reconstruction, primary to revision
- Ability to coordinate spine patient care across imaging, PT, pain management, surgical planning, and post-op rehab
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Malpractice Coverage
- CME Allowance
- Equity Potential
- Partnership Pathway
- 1–3 Dedicated APPs
- Shared Call
- EPIC EMR
- Clinical Research Opportunities
Company overview
Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is a leading independent orthopedic practice serving the Chicago metropolitan area since 2000. As one of the largest and most trusted orthopedic providers in the region, the organization operates 16 convenient locations across Chicagoland, from Chicago's West Side neighborhoods to suburban communities. The practice specializes in comprehensive orthopedic care, including knee and hip replacement surgery, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, fracture care, sports medicine, and physical therapy rehabilitation. Genesis is distinguished by its commitment to making high-quality orthopedic care accessible to all patients, regardless of insurance status, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and all major insurance plans while offering affordable cash-pay options for uninsured individuals. The practice employs board-certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians who utilize advanced technologies and evidence-based practices to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States, Genesis has treated over 40,000 patients and maintains a 90%+ five-star review rating, demonstrating its dedication to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.