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Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon

Rochester Regional Health · Rochester, NY

Posted October 17, 2026

Rochester General Hospital · 1425 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY, US, 14621

  • Pay: $500,000 – $700,000 per year
  • Employment: Full Time
  • Location: Rochester General Hospital
  • Rochester Regional Health Job ID: REQ_212797

Redefine Orthopedic Surgery: Restore Mobility, Transform Lives

At Rochester Regional Health (RRH), we are redefining what it means to care for patients with complex joint conditions. As an Adult Reconstruction Orthopedic Surgeon, you won’t just replace joints—you’ll restore independence, improve quality of life, and help patients regain confidence in their movement. With the resources of a physician-led, fully integrated health system, you will shape the future of musculoskeletal healthcare in New York.

As an integral part of our orthopedic team, you will

  • Transform Lives through Expert Care: Perform life-changing joint replacement and revision surgeries to address arthritis, fractures, and deformities, enabling patients to reclaim their mobility and independence.
  • Build a Regional Center of Excellence: Collaborate with surgical leaders to elevate RRH as a destination for complex joint procedures, driving innovations in total joint replacement techniques.
  • Be a Mentor and Innovator: Share your expertise by mentoring residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers, contributing to the next generation of orthopedic leaders.
  • Advance Collaborative Care: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team—including rehabilitation specialists, physical therapists, and advanced practice providers—to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Why You’ll Thrive at RRH

  • Shape the Future of Orthopedics: Drive program development and grow your practice in a health system committed to innovation.
  • Integrated Technology: Operate using the latest advancements in robotics and surgical systems to provide precision care with exceptional outcomes.
  • Support for Your Career Goals: Define your professional path within a collaborative environment that encourages leadership, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a manageable call schedule that supports both your career and personal well-being.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

  • A Vision for Excellence: You’re passionate about improving outcomes and advancing care for patients with complex joint conditions.
  • Subspecialty Expertise: Fellowship training in adult reconstruction is preferred, with a demonstrated ability to manage primary and revision total joint cases.
  • Board Certification/Eligibility: You are board-certified or eligible in Orthopedic Surgery, with plans to certify within five years of hire.
  • Collaboration and Leadership: You excel in working with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring future orthopedic surgeons.

The Rewards of Joining RRH

  • Impactful Compensation: A highly competitive salary, including sign-on bonuses and performance incentives tied to patient outcomes.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a defined pension plan, fully covered relocation package, and paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
  • Financial Peace of Mind: RRH is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping reduce student debt burdens.
  • Time to Recharge: Generous vacation time, CME allowances, and a supportive culture that prioritizes work-life balance.

Located in the heart of western New York, Rochester offers

  • Affordable living with big-city amenities and small-town charm.
  • Top-ranked schools and family-friendly neighborhoods.
  • Easy access to the Finger Lakes for outdoor recreation, wineries, and stunning scenery.

Join Us and Transform Lives

If you’re ready to advance orthopedic care, restore mobility, and help patients live healthier lives, We’re Here for It.

Apply today to start a conversation.

Education

  • DO
  • MD

Licenses/certifications

  • Physician

Employer

Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health system serving Western New York, the Finger Lakes and the North Country. It cares for more than 570,000 patients across communities from Rochester and Batavia to Clifton Springs, Newark and St. Lawrence County.

The Rochester Regional Health system:

  • Rochester General Hospital, the system's flagship, and Unity Hospital in Greece
  • United Memorial Medical Center (Batavia), Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic, Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, and Canton-Potsdam, Massena and Gouverneur hospitals in St. Lawrence County
  • The Sands-Constellation Heart Institute, Lipson Cancer Institute, primary and specialty care practices, urgent care, ElderONE (PACE) and behavioral health services across the region

Why physicians and advanced practice providers choose Rochester Regional Health:

  • Named one of Becker's Top 150 Health Systems to Work For
  • Physician-led governance and leadership, with teaching opportunities through residency programs at Rochester General, Unity and United Memorial
  • Published pay ranges on every position, with sign-on bonuses and relocation on many roles
  • Fully covered malpractice, CME time and allowance, generous PTO, and 403(b)/457(b) retirement plans
  • An affordable region with Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes, Letchworth State Park and the Adirondacks close by

Livability

694,707
Rochester population
$93K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Avg high / low
Nearby cities
Batavia
31.9 mi
Pop. 15,494
Geneva
38.6 mi
Pop. 12,573
North Gates
5.3 mi
Pop. 10,014
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — Monroe County
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Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$93K
Avg 3-bedroom home
$1,054
Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
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Yearly rainfall
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Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 14621
32,976
Total residents
15,764
Male residents
17,212
Female residents
Age distribution
total
32,976
0-9
4,811
10-19
5,005
20-29
4,437
30-39
4,615
40-49
3,725
50-59
3,455
60-69
3,681
70-79
1,926
80+
1,321
Ethnicity
White
9,497
Black Or African American
14,227
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
297
Asian
468
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
140
Other
5,038
Two Or More
3,309
Source: US Census Bureau
66
Walk Score — Somewhat Walkable
50
Bike Score — Bikeable
42
Transit Score — Some Transit
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) 59.48 mi
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) 5.95 mi
Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) 67.89 mi
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) 75.47 mi
Elmira Corning Regional Airport (ELM) 79.80 mi
Watertown International Airport (ART) 96.68 mi
Source: FAA database
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon
Rochester Regional Health · Rochester, NY