Explore Orthopedic Physician Jobs

Orthopedic physicians diagnose and treat conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Opportunities span orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, joint replacement, trauma, and other specialties in hospitals, health systems, private practices, and academic centers. Browse orthopedic physician openings on Ladders, including vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

Orthopedic Physician Roles and Specialties

Job titles and responsibilities vary by employer and training. Positions may focus on general orthopedic care or a subspecialty such as hand and upper-extremity care, spine, foot and ankle, pediatric orthopedics, orthopedic oncology, or sports medicine. Some roles emphasize surgery, while others include consultations, nonoperative treatment, and ongoing patient care.

Qualifications and Responsibilities

Orthopedic physician positions typically require a medical degree, completion of an orthopedic surgery residency, and an active medical license. Fellowship training, board certification or eligibility, and hospital privileges may be required or preferred depending on the role. Common responsibilities include evaluating patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, performing procedures or surgery when appropriate, and coordinating care with other clinicians.

Where Orthopedic Physicians Work

Employers include hospitals, multispecialty groups, orthopedic clinics, academic medical centers, and private practices. Consider the patient population, clinical resources, call expectations, practice model, and opportunities for teaching or research when comparing openings. Requirements and scope of practice differ by employer and location.

Find Orthopedic Physician Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for orthopedic physician opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, specialty focus, location, and employment details to identify openings that align with your training and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Empower geriatric and underserved communities by delivering compassionate podiatric care. Enjoy flexible scheduling, no evenings or weekends, and focus on quality patient interactions while we handle...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join our mission to enhance the dignity and quality of life for geriatric and underserved communities through compassionate podiatry care while enjoying flexible scheduling and full clinical support...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Help us enhance the quality of life for geriatric and underserved communities by providing compassionate mobile podiatry care. Enjoy flexible scheduling and focus on patient care without evening or we...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Serve the geriatric and underserved communities as a mobile Podiatrist, providing essential foot care and enhancing patient dignity. Enjoy flexible scheduling, no weekends, and focus on quality care w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering patients through exceptional outpatient orthopedic care. This role involves diagnosing, treating, and assisting in surgeries, ensuring optimal musculoskeleta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$148K - $178K *

Unlock potential by providing comprehensive medical care and support in a collaborative environment. Engage in patient education, clinical research, and quality improvement initiatives while ensuring...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $178K *

Drive comprehensive medical care as a Physician Assistant, coordinating treatment plans and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure quality standards in a dynamic cl...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Champion clinical excellence and patient care by leading a dedicated team in value-based care initiatives, enhancing provider engagement, and managing programs that prioritize patient outcomes across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical excellence and patient care. Lead and mentor clinicians while managing value-based care initiatives in a collaborative environment focused on improvi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead clinical excellence and patient care in a team-based model, enhancing provider engagement and value-based care across the Indiana market while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Advance operational leadership and strategic initiatives to enhance patient access, optimize clinic workflows, and support high-quality care in a collaborative healthcare environment. Drive performanc...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$105K - $115K *

Transform healthcare operations through strategic leadership, optimizing patient access and surgical throughput while ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care and financial sustainability in a dyn...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$132K - $201K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing ERP integrations for seamless data exchange and workflow efficiency, while enhancing stakeholder collaboration and driving process improvements in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion patient care by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating under physician supervision. Utilize your skills in clinical procedures and documentation to enhance healthcare delivery and support patie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$375K - $450K *

Lead the charge in advancing orthopedic care by establishing and expanding an adult reconstruction service line, managing a robust case volume, and fostering a patient-focused approach with continuous...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $350K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on advanced wound management. Enjoy clinical autonomy, flexible scheduling, and a supportive environment while delivering exceptional patient care...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance patient care in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Collaborate on quality improvement, provide expert consultations, and ensure smooth transitions to post-hosp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient care by applying advanced clinical expertise in a collaborative environment. You'll assess, diagnose, and manage treatment plans, ensuring high-quality care and optimal outcomes for ho...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$210K - $250K *

Lead the management of resources and operations in your department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment for optimal patient care and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $220K *

Shape your career with a rewarding role in Sports Medicine, focusing on outpatient care for military personnel. Enjoy a balanced schedule and make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive cli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dedicated healthcare team to deliver exceptional patient care as you assess, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for hospitalized patients, ensuring high-quality outcomes and seamless collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$300K - $350K *

Transform spine care by joining a dynamic orthopedic team, providing comprehensive surgical services, and mentoring future surgeons while engaging in impactful research and education within a leading...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$300K - $350K *

Elevate your career by joining an established orthopedic team, focusing on Sports Medicine. Enjoy a collaborative environment while providing comprehensive care within a growing network, serving an ex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion patient care by evaluating and managing orthopedic cases across diverse settings. Collaborate with a skilled team, assist in surgeries, and engage in trauma call, all while enhancing your exp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of orthopedic care by providing essential support and patient evaluations while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and ensure high-quality...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an orthopedic physician do?question toggle

    An orthopedic physician evaluates and treats conditions of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Care may include diagnosis, nonsurgical treatment, procedures, and surgery, depending on the physician’s specialty and role.

  • What qualifications are typically required for orthopedic physician jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a medical degree, completion of an orthopedic surgery residency, and an active medical license. Fellowship training, board certification or eligibility, and hospital privileges may also be required or preferred.

  • What specialties are available in orthopedic medicine?question toggle

    Orthopedic physicians may specialize in areas such as sports medicine, spine, joint replacement, hand and upper extremity, foot and ankle, pediatric orthopedics, trauma, or orthopedic oncology.

  • Where do orthopedic physicians work?question toggle

    They work in hospitals, health systems, private practices, orthopedic clinics, multispecialty groups, and academic medical centers. Duties and schedules vary by employer and specialty.

  • How can I find orthopedic physician jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse orthopedic physician listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, location, specialty, qualifications, and employment details. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.