Orthopedic Hand Surgery

Start Date: ASAP

Opportunity Highlights

• Practice 100% orthopedic hand surgery at a comprehensive orthopedic institute in Pittston.
• Collaborate with professional sports teams, including the Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguins and the RailRiders.
• Join a multidisciplinary team of 85 physicians and 90 advanced practitioners.
• Split time between two ASC operating‑room days and three clinic days each week.
• Enjoy a 1:9 general orthopedic call schedule from home, providing excellent work‑life balance.
• Receive comprehensive benefits, including malpractice and tail coverage, plus relocation assistance.
• Work for a physician‑led, not‑for‑profit healthcare services pioneer serving over 1 million patients.

Requirements

• Board‑certified or board‑eligible orthopedic hand surgeon.
• Experience in a focused, 100% orthopedic hand surgery practice.
• Ability and interest in providing orthopedic care to professional sports teams.
• Commitment to a structured schedule of two OR days and three clinic days per week.
• Willingness to participate in a 1:9 on‑call rotation.

Schedule

The position includes two ASC operating‑room days and three clinic days each week, with a 1:9 general orthopedic call coverage that can be managed from home.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Relocation assistance.
• Retirement plan options.
• Access to professional development and continuing medical education resources.

Pay

Annual salary range: $580,000 – $580,000.

Community Information

Pittston, Pennsylvania, sits on the east bank of the Susquehanna River in the Wyoming Valley, midway between Scranton and Wilkes‑Barre. The city offers convenient access to major highways (I‑81, I‑476, Route 315) and is just four miles from Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton International Airport. New York City and Philadelphia are each about a two‑hour drive away.

Local attractions include the annual four‑day Tomato Festival, which draws roughly 100,000 visitors, and outdoor recreation such as the Luzerne County Rail Trail, Frances Slocum State Park, and Montage Mountain for skiing and sledding. The area is recognized by Niche for its affordability, diversity, and appeal to young professionals, and it boasts A‑level scores for cost of living, housing, and health & safety.

Education options include the Pittston Area School District, King’s College, Wilkes University, the University of Scranton, and Luzerne County Community College, all within a 15‑minute drive.

About the Company

AMN Healthcare is dedicated to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations, helping them deliver high‑quality patient care that is more human, effective, and achievable.