Physician Orthopedics - Competitive Salary

Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity – Erie

Full-Time | Level II Trauma Center | $50,000 Sign-On Bonus | PSLF Eligible | H-1B Sponsorship Available

Position Overview

A nonprofit, integrated health system in Erie, Pennsylvania is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Orthopedic Surgeon to join a high-volume, well-supported orthopedic program at a Level II Trauma Center. This opportunity offers strong surgical volume, dedicated resources, academic involvement, and an excellent quality of life.

• Permanent, full-time position

• Call: 1:5, with trauma call required

• H-1B visa candidates welcome

• Employed model with Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

Program Highlights

• Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction preferred (not required)

• 1:1 model with a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider

• Dedicated Joint Unit

• Total Joint Replacement Center of Excellence

• High-volume surgical program

• Dedicated block OR time

• Office located within walking distance to:

  • Hospital

  • Ambulatory Surgery Center

• Expansive referral network

• Guaranteed support from an established Orthopaedic Trauma Service

• 24/7 inpatient and outpatient APP support

• Outpatient clinic with:

  • In-house X-ray

  • DME

• Epic and Cerner EMR systems

• ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)

• $50,000 sign-on bonus

• Productivity and quality incentives

• Residency/Fellowship stipend

• Paid time off, CME days, and CME stipend

• Employer-paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance

• Relocation assistance

Benefits Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

• Group life insurance

• Paid parental leave

• 403(b) retirement plan with 50% employer match

• Employer-paid pension plan (participation in both)

• Tuition assistance for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents

• Robust retirement and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery Residency

• Adult Reconstruction Fellowship preferred, not required

• Open to recent fellowship-trained surgeons

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery

• Ability to obtain an unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license

• DEA certification

Why Erie, Pennsylvania?

Erie combines urban amenities with outdoor beauty, making it an outstanding place to live and practice.

• Low cost of living and affordable housing

• Excellent public and private schools

• Presque Isle State Park: beaches, boating, biking, hiking, and sunsets on Lake Erie

• Cultural offerings including:

  • Erie Philharmonic

  • Erie Art Museum

  • Warner Theatre

  • Events like CelebrateErie and 8 Great Tuesdays

• Easy access to:

  • Cleveland

  • Buffalo

  • Pittsburgh

  • Toronto (under four hours)

• Four-season recreation and a strong sense of community

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• Open communication

• Sense of urgency

• Teamwork

• Accountability

• Driven to win

• Higher consciousness