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Rock Hill, South Carolina

Orthopedic Surgery Physician - Trauma

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Why Join Us

Piedmont Orthopedics is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join a growing, hospital-employed program at the heart of one of the fastest-growing counties in the country.

You'll operate within a healthcare system that includes two hospital EDs and a freestanding Level II Trauma Center — the only trauma center in York County — with a Level III designation upgrade already in motion for 2026.

This is a rare opportunity to build something meaningful in a high-acuity environment, backed by state-of-the-art surgical infrastructure and a team that's invested in your success.

Position Highlights

  • Full-time, hospital-employed Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon position
  • Primary surgical focus on inpatient trauma with some outpatient care
  • Call coverage for York County's only trauma center (Level II, upgrading to Level III in 2026)
  • Healthcare system spans two hospital EDs and a freestanding trauma center
  • Strong, collaborative ED relationships already in place
  • State-of-the-art equipment including new surgical robots and large, well-equipped ORs
  • Experienced Orthopedic Surgeon preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with guarantee
  • Annual CME allowance
  • Generous time off to support work-life balance
  • Malpractice insurance provided
  • Health, dental, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Deferred compensation program
  • Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

  • Fellowship training in trauma surgery required
  • Experienced Orthopedic Surgeon preferred

Why Fort Mill

Fort Mill and neighboring Rock Hill sit squarely in the Charlotte metro — just 25 miles from Uptown Charlotte — offering the energy of a major city with the grounded feel of a community that actually earns its "best places to live" rankings.

York County is one of the 15 fastest-growing counties in the country, with top-rated public schools among the best in South Carolina and a quality of life that keeps drawing families in.

Lake Wylie's 340 miles of shoreline and public beaches are practically in your backyard, while the Blue Ridge Mountains are two hours out and the South Carolina coast — Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Hilton Head — is an easy three-hour drive.

Charlotte Douglas International, an American Airlines hub ranked among the top 10 most connected airports in the world, is just 16 miles away, keeping you as linked to the world as you want to be.

Piedmont Medical Center (PMC) has served the community of York County and beyond for more than 30 years. Piedmont Medical Center Rock Hill is a 288-bed facility that has advanced equipment and experienced healthcare staff catering to the diverse needs of the community it serves.

Services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care and a Level III NICU. Piedmont Medical Center - Fort Mill opened in 2022 with 100-beds, advanced technology and a compassionate care team.

The new hospital features a 24/7 Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Medical/Surgical Unit, and a wide array of Surgical Services and Women's Services.

PMC has been recognized for its elite level of safety by being awarded the Leapfrog Groups “A” Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award by SCHA (South Carolina Hospital Association) in collaboration with South Carolinas DHEC.

The Cardiac Care program at PMC provides quality care and was designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

At Piedmont Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of the community. Join our team!

Key Responsibilities

Provide primary surgical focus on inpatient trauma and some outpatient care within a healthcare system including two EDs and a Level II Trauma Center. Manage call coverage for York County's only trauma center and utilize state-of-the-art surgical robots.

Requirements

Fellowship training in trauma surgery is required. Experience as an Orthopedic Surgeon is preferred.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthopedic Trauma SurgeryInpatient Trauma CareSurgical RoboticsTrauma Center ManagementPatient Care

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Orthopedic Surgeon Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution9 jobs · 8 employers

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution9 jobs · 8 employers

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#1

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$809k-$838k
#2

Physician, Orthopedic Surgery - Spine (Roseville, CA & Folsom, CA)

Sutter Health · Roseville, California

$700k-$800k
#3

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

$645k-$731k
#4

Physician: Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon - Orland Park and Mokena, IL

$390k-$640k
+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Orthopedic Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 372 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Rock Hill

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$322k
Typical market rent
$1,488/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Annual CME Allowance
Generous Time Off
Malpractice Insurance
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Matching
Deferred Compensation Program