Entry Level Orthopaedic Surgeon Jobs
New grad orthopaedic surgeon jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong residency rotations or internship work can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, with employers like UNC Health, SIU Medicine, and UofL Health hiring at this level now.
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Primary Location:
UofL HospitalAddress:
530 S Jackson St
Louisville, KY 40202
Shift:
Job Description Summary:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
Job Description:
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Louisville Medical Center is seeking a full-time BE/BC fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Trauma surgeon with a focus in high energy trauma. The division currently includes four full-time Orthopaedic Trauma surgeons and three Advanced Practice Providers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a regional referral center with a Level 1 Trauma program. The qualified candidate will be a full-time faculty member of the University of Louisville Medical Center and hold an academic rank within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at University of Louisville School of Medicine.
What we’re seeking:
- Medical degree – MD
- BE/BC in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma surgery required, focus in high energy periarticular fractures including pelvis and acetabulum.
- Excellent patient care abilities and interest in teaching
- Active participation in clinical research, including leading projects with residents and fellows.
- Participation in the adult orthopaedic trauma call coverage schedule at Level 1 Trauma hospital
- Participation and experience in OTA regional and national meetings
- Holds or qualifies for licensure to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
- Previous NIH/DoD grant experience preferred
What we offer:
- Outstanding academic orthopaedic residency program
- Highly collaborative culture
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
- Opportunity to collaborate in orthopaedic related research
- Faculty rank commensurate with experience
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
Physician provides assessment, management and outcome evaluation for patients’ outpatient settings. Educates patients, families and staff.
Essential Functions:
- Assesses the physical status of clients through interview, health history and physical examination and both inpatient and outpatient services.
- Formulates treatment plans for health problems and follow-ups.
- Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests and routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures.
- Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
- Shares clinical expertise with personnel.
- Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely manner.
Other Functions:
- Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description:
Education:
- Medical Doctorate degree
Experience:
- Epic EMR experience is preferred.
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills
Licensure:
- Physician license for state of Kentucky
Certification:
- ACLS/BLS Certification
Primary Location:
UofL HospitalAddress:
530 S Jackson St
Louisville, KY 40202
Shift:
Job Description Summary:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
Job Description:
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Louisville Medical Center is seeking a full-time BE/BC fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Trauma surgeon with a focus in high energy trauma. The division currently includes four full-time Orthopaedic Trauma surgeons and three Advanced Practice Providers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a regional referral center with a Level 1 Trauma program. The qualified candidate will be a full-time faculty member of the University of Louisville Medical Center and hold an academic rank within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at University of Louisville School of Medicine.
What we’re seeking:
- Medical degree – MD
- BE/BC in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma surgery required, focus in high energy periarticular fractures including pelvis and acetabulum.
- Excellent patient care abilities and interest in teaching
- Active participation in clinical research, including leading projects with residents and fellows.
- Participation in the adult orthopaedic trauma call coverage schedule at Level 1 Trauma hospital
- Participation and experience in OTA regional and national meetings
- Holds or qualifies for licensure to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
- Previous NIH/DoD grant experience preferred
What we offer:
- Outstanding academic orthopaedic residency program
- Highly collaborative culture
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
- Opportunity to collaborate in orthopaedic related research
- Faculty rank commensurate with experience
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
Physician provides assessment, management and outcome evaluation for patients’ outpatient settings. Educates patients, families and staff.
Essential Functions:
- Assesses the physical status of clients through interview, health history and physical examination and both inpatient and outpatient services.
- Formulates treatment plans for health problems and follow-ups.
- Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests and routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures.
- Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
- Shares clinical expertise with personnel.
- Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely manner.
Other Functions:
- Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description:
Education:
- Medical Doctorate degree
Experience:
- Epic EMR experience is preferred.
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills
Licensure:
- Physician license for state of Kentucky
Certification:
- ACLS/BLS Certification
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Entry Level Orthopaedic Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level orthopaedic surgeon job?
Employers hiring at the entry level prioritize residency completion, hands-on surgical volume, and letters of recommendation from attending surgeons. Candidates who can demonstrate competency in high-demand procedures such as joint replacement or fracture repair gain an edge. Completing a fellowship is optional at this stage but signals specialization. Networking through professional societies and applying early in the match cycle also improves outcomes.
Which companies hire entry level orthopaedic surgeons?
Companies hiring entry level orthopaedic surgeons right now include UNC Health, SIU Medicine, and UofL Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers health systems, multi-specialty group practices, and hospital-employed physician programs that recruit new physicians directly out of residency or fellowship training.
Are there remote entry level orthopaedic surgeon jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are rare in this surgical specialty. About 0% of entry level orthopaedic surgeon openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth consultations, pre-operative or post-operative follow-up visits, or administrative and teaching responsibilities rather than hands-on surgical work.
Are these new grad orthopaedic surgeon jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior orthopaedic surgeon roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes candidates with zero to two years of post-residency experience, accepts internship or rotation hours in place of independent practice history, or explicitly states it will consider newly board-eligible physicians applying for their first attending position.
Which industries hire the most entry level orthopaedic surgeons?
Entry Level orthopaedic surgeon roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate high patient volumes, maintain employed-physician models, and have ongoing demand for musculoskeletal specialists to replace retiring surgeons or expand existing orthopaedic service lines.