RWJBarnabas Health is Seeking an Upper Extremity Orthopedic Surgeon in Somerville, New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health is Seeking an Upper Extremity Orthopedic Surgeon

Somerville, New Jersey

RWJBarnabas Health, the largest integrated healthcare system in New Jersey, is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Upper Extremity Orthopedic Surgeon to join our orthopedic service line in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville, New Jersey. This position offers a remarkable opportunity to practice in a high-volume, collaborative environment with an established referral base and strong institutional support.

The Upper Extremity Orthopedic Surgeon will provide comprehensive care for patients with shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand conditions, including degenerative disease, traumatic injuries, sports-related pathology, and complex reconstructive procedures. Responsibilities will include diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical management, perioperative care, and ongoing follow-up, with opportunities to participate in clinical research and educational activities.

Our orthopedic teams utilize advanced diagnostic tools and surgical techniques to achieve excellent outcomes and enhance patient function and quality of life. This role also supports multidisciplinary collaboration with physical and occupational therapy, pain management, and rehabilitation specialists to ensure comprehensive patient-centered care.

This position offers a dynamic quality of life with easy access to New York City, diverse community living options, top-tier schools, outdoor recreation, a short drive to the New Jersey beaches, and vibrant cultural and dining experiences.

Candidate Requirements:

• BC/BE in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Upper Extremity, Hand & Wrist, Shoulder & Elbow, or related subspecialty preferred
• New Jersey licensed or eligible for licensure
• Strong clinical and surgical skills in upper extremity conditions
• Interest in clinical research and academic collaboration is a plus

More About This Position:

• Focused practice in upper extremity musculoskeletal care, including surgical and non-surgical treatment
• Access to multidisciplinary support and advanced technology
• Collaborative team-based environment with opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and work-life balance

How to Apply: 

To learn more about this and other opportunities, please contact Jennifer Sweeney, Physician Recruiter, directly via email at Jennifer.Sweeney@rwjbh.org.

Compensation: 

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work, is $400,000 to $800,000 per year.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.

About RWJBarnabas Health:

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, treating over 3 million patients a year. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals – Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH in New Brunswick and Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children’s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children’s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state’s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and four accountable care organizations. RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s second largest private employer – with more than 32,000 employees, 9,000 physicians and 1,000 residents and interns – and routinely captures national awards for its outstanding quality and safety.

RWJBarnabas Health is an equal opportunity employer.

At RWJUH Somerset, we are continuously pushing ourselves to provide our patients with the best healthcare possible. We have been recognized for our outstanding quality and dedication to patient safety, earning the prestigious Magnet® Award for Nursing Excellence, but that has not stopped us from finding new ways to improve even further. Our Centers of Excellence include cardiovascular, cancer, stroke, and joint replacement care, among others.

From our Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for joint replacement to our officially designated Comprehensive Community Cancer Center by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer, RWJUH Somerset is proud to offer a wide array of high quality medical services.

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.

Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the evolving needs of residents in New Jersey — whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state’s largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.

The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers’ education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.