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Orthopedic Surgeon

Lifepoint Health · Richlands, VA

Posted September 15, 2026

Clinch Valley Health · 6801 Governor George C. Peery Highway, Richlands, VA, US, 24641

Your Healing Mission Matters

As an Orthopedic Surgeon at Clinch Valley Health in Richlands, VA you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Details

  • Join an established orthopedist in a multi-specialty practice
  • The ideal candidate will enjoy doing general orthopedics in a small-town setting
  • This practice benefits from the strong hospital and administrative support and an established referral base of other hospital-employed physicians

About Our Hospital and Health System

Clinch Valley Health is a 175 bed hospital located in Richlands, VA and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

About the Community

Living in Richlands offers an affordable, peaceful lifestyle set amid the scenic Appalachian Mountains, where residents enjoy beautiful forests, rivers, and abundant outdoor recreation. The town is known for its strong, close-knit community, with local events and neighborly connections creating a welcoming environment for families and individuals alike. Outdoor enthusiasts benefit from easy access to Jefferson National Forest and Breaks Interstate Park, while still being within driving distance of larger cities such as Bristol and Bluefield for expanded shopping, dining, and entertainment. With a lower cost of living, minimal traffic, and a slower pace of life, Richlands is ideal for those seeking tranquility without sacrificing convenience.

Our compensation package can include:

  • Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Paid time off and retirement plan
  • Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Early-commitment residency stipend
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
  • Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
  • Marketing and practice growth assistance

Clinch Valley Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Clinch Valley Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Employer

Lifepoint Health

Livability

5,188
Richlands population
$123K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Nearby cities
Bristol
44.8 mi
Pop. 68,737
Bristol
39.7 mi
Pop. 17,024
Bluefield
34.1 mi
Pop. 9,511
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — Tazewell County
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Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$123K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
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Yearly rainfall
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Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 24641
5,456
Total residents
2,612
Male residents
2,844
Female residents
Age distribution
total
5,456
0-9
503
10-19
571
20-29
745
30-39
644
40-49
728
50-59
554
60-69
658
70-79
688
80+
365
Ethnicity
White
5,331
Black Or African American
11
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
2
Asian
56
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
18
Other
0
Two Or More
38
Source: US Census Bureau
1
Walk Score — Car-Dependent
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) 140.13 mi
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport (TRI) 55.43 mi
Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) 59.55 mi
Yeager Airport (CRW) 87.52 mi
Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB) 92.57 mi
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field (HTS) 95.52 mi
Source: FAA database