Orthopedic Surgeon
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Job Description
- Job Title: Orthopedic Surgeon
- Location: Edenton, NC
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Start Date: ASAP
- Pay Range: Competitive
Come for the role. Stay for the people. Edenton is a unique showcase of architecture, culture and Old South charm, located along the Albemarle Sound.
Its unique historic district, quaint coffee shops and restaurants, spectacular sunsets and beautiful waterfront living combine to create an environment where everyone from young married couples to senior citizens feel at home. It is easy to see why Forbes Magazine ranked Edenton “one of America’s prettiest towns.”
In addition, it is a short drive to the world-famous Outer Banks beaches, various water sport activities and three golf courses.
Role Overview
We are seeking a board eligible or board certified orthopedic surgeon. The successful candidate will have a primary focus in general orthopedics. Applicants with a special interest in sports medicine or total joint arthroplasty are encouraged to apply. New graduates and Visa candidates will be considered.
Requirements
Board eligible or board certified orthopedic surgeon.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Quarterly productivity and quality bonus potential
- Annual Administrative Stipend
- Relocation Assistance
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Holidays
- Malpractice (with tail)
- 401k matching/457b
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Disability & Life Insurance
Schedule: Includes rotating call coverage
Key Responsibilities
The surgeon will primarily focus on general orthopedics within the Edenton community. Responsibilities include providing surgical care and participating in a rotating call coverage schedule.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
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 North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in orthopedic surgery | ranked against 384 Orthopedic Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $580k (middle half $485k–$700k)116 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | North Carolina index 94.3 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician listings in North Carolina | 506 active | 22,812 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Physician pay trend | +1.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 384 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- Includes call
Benefits & Perks
Living in Edenton
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $259k
- Median resident rent
- $388/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 26 min
- State income tax
- Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.