Step into Your Orthopaedic Surgery Career at UPMC – Thrive in a Premier Level II Trauma Center with $50K Sign On Bonus

Join our orthopaedic group at UPMC Hamot, located in Erie, Pennsylvania!

We are actively seeking a highly skilled Orthopaedic Surgeon, with a strong preference for candidates with an Adult Reconstruction Fellowship. Erie is the perfect place for both professional growth and family living, offering excellent educational opportunities, a vibrant cultural scene, and countless recreational activities. Its convenient location places you less than two hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Buffalo, with Toronto just under four hours away. Come thrive in a community that offers the best of both professional opportunity and quality of life!

Highlights of the Position:

• Physician must be Board Eligible / Board Certified
• 1:1 model with Advanced Practice Provider
• Level II Trauma Center
• Call 1:5
• Trauma call required
• Dedicated Joint Unit
• Total Joint Replacement Center of Excellence
• Office located within walking distance to hospital and ambulatory surgery center
• Guaranteed support from an established Orthopaedic Trauma Service
• 24/7 inpatient and outpatient support by a team of advance practice providers
• Expansive referral network
• Outpatient clinic with in-house x-ray, DME, etc.
• Dedicated block OR scheduling
• High volume surgical program
• Epic and Cerner EMR Systems
• ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program

A world-class team of experts – be a part of it!

Candidates can expect: 

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience/training
• Enhanced compensation package with opportunity to earn incentives
• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
• Paid time off, CME days, and CME stipend
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Group Life insurance
• Robust retirement plans
• Tuition assistance for self, dependent and/or spouse/domestic partner
• Customary and reasonable moving expenses
• H1B candidates welcome to apply

About UPMC Hamot

UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, PA, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services, and serves as a regional referral hub and Level II Trauma Center. Supported by over 650 physicians and nearly 4,000 dedicated employees, UPMC Hamot’s mission is to serve its patients, communities, and one another in the UPMC Hamot tradition of quality, health, healing, and education. UPMC Hamot’s superior health care services are continually recognized by notable accrediting bodies.

Discover Erie, Pennsylvania!

Welcome to Erie, PA, where urban amenities meet natural beauty, creating an ideal environment for physicians and their families to live, work, and thrive. As the fourth largest city in Pennsylvania, Erie boasts a vibrant community, rich history, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Why Erie?

• Exceptional Quality of Life: Low cost of living, affordable housing, excellent schools, and diverse recreational activities.
• Outdoor Paradise: Presque Isle State Park offers beaches, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and birdwatching with stunning Lake Erie sunsets.
• Cultural Hub: Home to the Erie Philharmonic, Erie Art Museum, Warner Theatre, and year-round events like CelebrateErie and 8 Great Tuesdays.
• Educational Excellence: Reputable institutions like Penn State Behrend, Gannon University, and Mercyhurst University foster a thriving academic community.
• Top-Tier Healthcare: UPMC Hamot leads in medical innovation and patient care, supporting the professional growth of physicians.
• Perfect Location: Close to Cleveland, Buffalo, and Pittsburgh with easy access via Erie International Airport.
• Four-Season Activities: From skiing and snowboarding in winter to boating and golfing in summer, Erie offers year-round enjoyment.
• Friendly Community: Known for its community spirit, welcoming neighborhoods, and high engagement in local initiatives.
• Economic Growth: A period of revitalization with new businesses, innovation, and entrepreneurship creating opportunities for all.
• Family-Friendly: Amenities like the Erie Zoo, Children’s Museum, parks, playgrounds, and numerous family events make Erie perfect for raising a family.

Join us in Erie! It’s more than just a place to work—it’s a place to call home. Explore the charm and potential of Erie, PA, and see why so many healthcare professionals choose to build their lives and careers here!

About UPMC

UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide more than $1 billion every year in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across 40 hospitals and 800 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members with a focus on providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. 

Our Values

At UPMC, we’re driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.

Supporting a Diverse Workplace

UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system.

Ready to join us? Apply today!