July 9, 2026

Orthopedic Surgery Service Line Chief Needed in Upstate New York

Senior • On-site

838,000 - 1,093,000 USD/yr

New York, NY

Quick Facts

  • Leadership role: 70% clinical and 30% administrative responsibilities
  • Join 11 orthopedic surgeons, 2 non-operative providers, and 13 dedicated APPs
  • Minimum 5 years of leadership experience required; service line growth experience preferred
  • Favorable call schedule at 1:12
  • Block scheduling offered for improved work-life balance
  • Open to general orthopedic surgeons or fellowship-trained candidates
  • Hospital-employed position with competitive compensation and sign-on bonus
  • Board-certified or board-eligible orthopedic surgeons encouraged to apply

Description

This leadership position combines clinical orthopedic surgery practice with administrative oversight of the orthopedic service line.

The role includes collaboration with a large multidisciplinary orthopedic team and offers block scheduling and a favorable call rotation.

Competitive compensation and sign-on bonus are included.

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