Orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Their work may include evaluating patients, recommending nonsurgical care, and performing procedures to restore mobility and relieve pain. Browse orthopedic surgeon opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by specialty and workplace. Surgeons may provide consultations, interpret imaging and diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, perform operations, and coordinate rehabilitation and follow-up care. Some focus on areas such as sports medicine, joint replacement, spine, trauma, or pediatric orthopedics.
Orthopedic surgeons may work in hospitals, academic medical centers, multispecialty groups, orthopedic practices, and outpatient surgery centers. Roles can differ in patient mix, call responsibilities, surgical volume, research or teaching expectations, and opportunities to collaborate with other clinicians.
These positions generally require a medical degree, completion of an orthopedic surgery residency, and applicable state licensure. Many surgeons also complete fellowship training in a subspecialty. Review each listing for its specific requirements, compensation details, schedule, benefits, and practice expectations.
Use Ladders to explore orthopedic surgeon job openings at the $100K+ level. Compare opportunities by employer, location, specialty, and role requirements to find positions that align with your experience and career goals.
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What does an orthopedic surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon evaluates and treats conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Treatment may involve nonsurgical care, surgery, or coordinated rehabilitation.
What qualifications are typically required for orthopedic surgeon jobs?
Employers generally require a medical degree, completion of an orthopedic surgery residency, and an active medical license in the relevant state. Some positions require fellowship training, board certification, or experience in a specific subspecialty.
Where do orthopedic surgeons work?
Orthopedic surgeons work in hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, specialty practices, multispecialty groups, and outpatient surgery centers.
What orthopedic surgery subspecialties may be available?
Depending on the employer, opportunities may focus on areas such as sports medicine, joint replacement, spine surgery, trauma, hand surgery, foot and ankle care, or pediatric orthopedics.
How can I find orthopedic surgeon jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse orthopedic surgeon listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, location, specialty, qualifications, and practice expectations. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.