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Atlanti Care
Atlantic City, New Jersey

Physician - Ortho Trauma

Orthopedic SurgeryIncludes callFull-Time

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Join AtlantiCare — South Jersey’s largest health system and the region’s only state-designated Level II Trauma Center — and become part of a rapidly growing, high-acuity orthopedic trauma division.

We are seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to help expand our comprehensive fracture and trauma services, with a focus on upper extremity trauma and complex fracture care.

Join a Growing, Collaborative Division

You will join a thriving, high-performance team that includes:

  • Two trauma-trained orthopedic surgeons focused in pelvic and acetabular reconstruction
  • A dedicated hand surgeon supporting complex upper extremity and hand trauma
  • A robust trauma infrastructure integrated with regional EMS and community hospital partners

This structure provides immediate subspecialty collaboration and the opportunity to build a premier regional referral center for both upper and lower extremity trauma, fracture non-unions, and challenging reconstructive cases.

The Opportunity

As a key member of our trauma team, you will:

  • Provide comprehensive upper extremity and general orthopedic trauma care
  • Deliver on-call and routine coverage at a regional Level II Trauma Center
  • Perform elective orthopedic trauma and post-traumatic reconstruction procedures
  • Develop a regional referral base for fracture non-unions and complex cases
  • Direct or co-manage the orthopedic trauma service line
  • Collaborate with orthopedic partners to create a world-class comprehensive fracture service

Our trauma program serves patients throughout South Jersey and the tristate region, with coordinated care alongside ARMC’s Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) to ensure rapid transport and definitive management of critically injured patients.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base compensation
  • Generous sign-on and retention bonus
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans with non-elective contributions
  • 264 hours of paid time off, including dedicated CME time and reimbursement
  • Relocation reimbursement
  • Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Live Where Others Vacation

Located just blocks from the Jersey Shore and minutes from Atlantic City, our community offers coastal living with convenient access to New York City and Philadelphia. Enjoy year-round recreation, excellent schools, fine dining, and a high quality of life.

Join AtlantiCare and help shape a premier orthopedic trauma division delivering exceptional care across the region.

To apply or inquire about career opportunities, contact Gabrielle Goldberg, Provider Recruitment at GGoldberg@atlanticare.org [GGoldberg@atlanticare.org]

Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a

comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Planswith employer contributions
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursementto support your educational goals
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)for healthcare and dependent care
  • Wellness Programsto help you thrive
  • Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide comprehensive upper extremity and general orthopedic trauma care, delivering on-call and routine coverage at a regional Level II Trauma Center. Responsibilities also include performing elective procedures, developing a regional referral base for complex cases, and collaborating on the orthopedic trauma service line.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified Orthopedic Trauma Surgeons interested in expanding comprehensive fracture and trauma services, with a specific focus on upper extremity trauma and complex fracture care. The role involves joining a high-acuity division within South Jersey’s largest health system.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Orthopedic Trauma SurgeryPelvic ReconstructionTrauma CoverageFracture Non-unions ManagementService Line ManagementEMS CollaborationCritical Care Transport Coordination

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

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  • Includes call

Living in Atlantic City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$266k
Typical market rent
$1,722/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
98.9
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Atlanti Care

Hospitals and Health Care
Atlantic City, NJ
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base compensation
Generous sign-on and retention bonus
Flexible scheduling
Comprehensive medical benefits
403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans
264 hours of paid time off
CME time and reimbursement
Relocation reimbursement