No salary listed — similar Orthopedic Surgeon roles pay ~$460k (median of 42 jobs)
6.4/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 317 active roles in this specialty
Orthopedic Surgeon - Generalist
About the Role
Orthopedic Surgeon in the White Mountains. M-F 8-5. No nights. No weekends. Shared call. No state income tax.
Join North Country Healthcare as a Orthopedic Surgeon – Generalist in Lancaster, New Hampshire, United States.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited Medical College with a Medical Degree
- Successful completion of a ACGME Orthopedic residency program
- Ability to obtain a NH medical license
- BLS from the American Heart Association required Why Rural New Hampshire?
Benefits & Compensation
- Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated medical team.
- Modern Facilities: Access to advanced medical technology.
- Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
Work with North Country Healthcare in Lancaster, New Hampshire, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The surgeon will evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions, focusing on the musculoskeletal needs of an aging population. Responsibilities include performing joint replacements, fracture care, and general orthopedic surgeries in both clinic and surgical settings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Orthopedic Surgeon - Generalist at North Country Healthcare a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery — ranked against 317 active Orthopedic Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Career Context
In New Hampshire, Physician listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$445k across 102 listings, vs ~$289k nationally (20,164 listings).
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
New Hampshire's cost-of-living index is 115.0 (US average = 100) — New Hampshire ranks #3 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Orthopedic Surgeon roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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