Central Alabama - Ortho Surgery - August 2026

The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) in Montgomery is seeking a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to join our distinguished and growing Medical Staff. As one of the largest and most historic VA healthcare systems in the Southeast, CAVHCS proudly serves Veterans across Alabama and Georgia and maintains academic affiliations with 24 universities and professional institutions. We are a regional leader in clinical excellence, innovation, and training — and we invite you to be part of that mission.

This position is assigned to the Orthopedic Section of Surgical Services and provides comprehensive orthopedic care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The surgeon will manage all phases of ambulatory care, hospitalized patients, surgical consults, and perioperative care.

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized
Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized

Montgomery blends Southern hospitality with a thriving modern economy. The region features:

• A balanced production and service economy
• Major interstates connecting the Southeast
• Public, private, and military institutions of higher learning
• A rich cultural heritage and historic significance
• High quality of life and low cost of living
• World-class arts, theater, healthcare, and retail
• A warm, family-friendly environment ideal for putting down roots

The Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Development team actively supports innovation, business growth, and community prosperity — making this an exceptional place for physicians seeking both professional fulfillment and personal quality of life.