Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon

Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon

Allentown, PennsylvaniaPosted 2mo agoattending physician
~$800,000SalaryDr Signal· Good coverage

Reported by 14 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-time

Overview

Location
Allentown, Pennsylvania
SalaryDr Signal range
$705k – $1,085k

14 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay

Practice
Orthopedic Institute · Hospital/Orthopedic Institute

Role summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a fellowship-trained orthopedic total joint surgeon to join their nationally recognized Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute which offers a collaborative, academically engaged environment with high surgical volumes, opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership, and a competitive compensation package including productivity incentives and a starting bonus.

What the posting highlights

  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Physician-reported total comp$705k–$1085k · $800k median
$659kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$1131k

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

What physicians report
$705k – $1,085k
Pay context
SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
Report sample
14 recent physician reports · region cohort
Compensation basis
Estimated total compensation
Physician-reported total comp$705k–$1085k · $800k median
$659kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$1131k

This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 14 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Jefferson Health

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Orthopedic Institute
Facility type
Hospital/Orthopedic Institute
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Pennsylvania
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Orthopedic Institute

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Questions to ask the employer

  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Patient volume
High surgical volumes
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
SalaryDr Signal
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Jefferson Health | Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute Allentown, Pennsylvania Join One of the Nation's Premier Orthopedic Programs Jefferson Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible, Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Total Joint Surgeon to join the nationally recognized Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute . This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of one of the country's highest-performing orthopedic programs, practicing alongside nearly 200 orthopedic providers within a collaborative, academically engaged environment that combines innovation, research, and outstanding patient care. Why Join the Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute? The Orthopedic Institute is nationally recognized for delivering exceptional outcomes while providing physicians with the resources and technology needed to practice at the highest level. Highlights include Ranked among the nation's Top 25 Orthopedic Programs The region's only nationally recognized orthopedic program Nearly 200 orthopedic physicians and advanced practice providers Collaborative, multidisciplinary orthopedic team High surgical volumes with an established referral network State-of-the-art surgical suites and advanced robotic technology Academic appointments available through Thomas Jefferson University Opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership Advanced Technology Practice with the latest innovations in orthopedic surgery, including Robotic-assisted joint replacement technology SeaSpine FLASH™ Navigation System with 7D Technology Mazor X™ Stealth Edition platform Modern operating rooms designed to optimize efficiency and patient outcomes Academic & Professional Growth Physicians are encouraged to participate in education and mentorship through multiple orthopedic residency programs, with opportunities to: Teach residents and medical students Participate in clinical research Develop subspecialty interests Pursue academic appointments through Thomas Jefferson University Grow into leadership roles within one of the nation's largest orthopedic institutes Qualifications MD or DO Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Fellowship Training in Adult Reconstruction/Total Joint Replacement Eligible for Pennsylvania medical licensure Excellent surgical, clinical, and interpersonal skills Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care Compensation & Benefits Jefferson Health offers a highly competitive compensation package, including Competitive base salary with productivity incentives Starting bonus Relocation assistance Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits Generous Paid Time Off CME allowance and dedicated CME time Malpractice coverage Professional development and leadership opportunities Why Jefferson Health? Jefferson Health and the Lehigh Valley Orthopedic Institute are committed to advancing orthopedic care through innovation, collaboration, education, and research. You'll join a nationally respected team where your expertise is valued and your career can continue to grow. Whether your passion is complex primary joint replacement, revision arthroplasty, education, or clinical leadership, you'll find the support and resources to build an exceptional practice. Jefferson.edu | JeffersonHealth.org | JeffersonHealthPlans.com