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Summit Health
Garden City, New York

Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopedic SurgeryFull-Time

Listed compensation

$400k-$850k

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Summit Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible General Orthopedic Surgeon to join our growing, multispecialty physician-led organization in Garden City, New York.

This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a collaborative orthopedic team within one of the region's premier integrated healthcare organizations. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while helping expand orthopedic services across Nassau County and the surrounding Long Island communities.

  • Opportunity Highlights
  • Join an established and expanding orthopedic surgery practice
  • Physician-led, multispecialty environment promoting collaboration and coordinated care
  • State-of-the-art outpatient facilities and ancillary services
  • Dedicated clinical and administrative support
  • Opportunity to perform a broad range of general orthopedic procedures
  • Access to advanced imaging, physical therapy, and rehabilitation services
  • Flexible practice model supporting clinical excellence and work-life balance
  • Candidate Qualifications
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Completion of an accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency program
  • Eligible for unrestricted New York medical licensure and DEA registration
  • Commitment to evidence-based medicine and exceptional patient care
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Shareholder opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Generous CME funding
  • Opportunities for professional growth

Complete Administrative and Care Management Support

  • If you are an interested candidate, please reach out to our recruiters at providerrecruitment@summithealth.com
  • Compensation Range: $400,000 - $850,000

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience, individual performance, quality measures and location of position.

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Key Responsibilities

The Orthopedic Surgeon will perform a broad range of general orthopedic procedures while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. They will collaborate with a multispecialty team to expand orthopedic services across Nassau County and surrounding communities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery. Applicants must also be eligible for unrestricted New York medical licensure and DEA registration.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Clinical SupportSurgical ProceduresInterpersonal Skills

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$625k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $579k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

8 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution8 jobs · 7 employers

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<$590k
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$838k
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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution8 jobs · 7 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physician - Orthopedic Surgeon

Sutter Health · Lakeport, California

$563k-$1167k
#2

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$809k-$838k
#3

Orthopedic Surgeon | $50K Sign-On & Loan Repayment | Lakewood, NY

$645k-$731k
#4

Physician - Orthopedic Trauma Surgery - Duluth, MN

$622k
+ 6 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 359 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Garden City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.33M≈ 3.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$6,250/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Summit Health

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Benefits & Perks

Shareholder Opportunity
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Generous CME Funding
Professional Growth Opportunities
Administrative Support