Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

AtlantiCare; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 621,298 - 847,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

AtlantiCare, based in Atlantic City, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to expand its comprehensive fracture and trauma services. Be part of a collaborative division offering competitive compensation and generous benefits, including relocation and sign-on bonuses.

This position is critical as you will provide trauma care, develop regional referrals, and help shape the future of healthcare in the community by working with medical students and conducting innovative research. Enjoy the benefits of a coastal lifestyle with access to major cities.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon with experience in trauma and elective surgeries.
• Experience with joint replacements is preferred.
• Commitment to patient care and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic trauma care for adults and children.
• Deliver on-call and routine coverage at the Level II Trauma Center.
• Collaborate with surgical partners to enhance trauma services.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery

Trauma care

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

Join AtlantiCare - South Jersey's largest health system and the region's only state-designated Level II Trauma Center - and become part of a rapidly growing, high‑acuity orthopedic trauma division.

We are seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to help expand our comprehensive fracture and trauma services.

Join a Growing, Collaborative Division

You will join a thriving, high‑performance team that includes:

• Two trauma‑trained orthopedic surgeons treating both adult and pediatric patients
• A dedicated hand surgeon supporting complex upper extremity and hand trauma
• A robust trauma infrastructure integrated with regional EMS and community hospital partners

This structure provides immediate subspecialty collaboration and the opportunity to build a premier regional referral center for both upper and lower extremity trauma, fracture non‑unions, pelvis and acetabulum surgery, and challenging reconstructive cases in adults and children.

The Opportunity

As a key member of our trauma team, you will:

• Provide comprehensive upper and lower extremity, pelvis and acetabulum, and general orthopedic trauma care in adult and pediatric patients
• Deliver on‑call and routine coverage at a regional Level II Trauma Center
• Perform elective orthopedic trauma and post‑traumatic reconstruction procedures, experience with joint replacements is encouraged
• Develop a regional referral base for fracture non‑unions and complex cases
• Collaborate with orthopedic partners to create a world‑class comprehensive fracture service

Our trauma program serves patients throughout South Jersey and the tristate region, with coordinated care alongside ARMC's Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) to ensure rapid transport and definitive management of critically injured patients.

Be part of an extraordinary moment in healthcare – help shape the future as AtlantiCare partners in the creation of a brand‑new, 4‑year Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine right here in Atlantic City, alongside the launch of the Stockton‑AtlantiCare College of Community Health. As a physician at AtlantiCare, you have the opportunity to train and inspire the next generation of doctors and healthcare professionals, contribute to cutting‑edge research, and deliver compassionate care that transforms lives. This is your chance to leave a lasting impact on our community, advance medicine, and help build a legacy of innovation, excellence, and leadership in healthcare.

What We Offer

• Competitive base compensation
• Generous sign‑on and retention bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans with non‑elective contributions
• 264 hours of paid time off, including dedicated CME time and reimbursement
• Relocation reimbursement
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Live Where Others Vacation

Located just blocks from the Jersey Shore and minutes from Atlantic City, our community offers coastal living with convenient access to New York City and Philadelphia. Enjoy year‑round recreation, excellent schools, fine dining, and a high quality of life.

Join AtlantiCare and help shape a premier orthopedic trauma division delivering exceptional care across the region.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well‑being and invests in your future.

Comp range: $621,298 - $847,684

Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V