North Country Healthcare·Lancaster, New Hampshire
The surgeon will evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions, focusing on the musculoskeletal needs of an aging population. Responsibilities include performing joint replacements, fracture care, and general orthopedic surgeries in both clinic and surgical settings.
Job Type: Full-Time
Call: Shared call rotation
Location: Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster NH, 1-2 days a month in Colebrook NH
North Country Healthcare is seeking a full-time General Orthopedic Surgeon to join our orthopedic team in the beautiful White Mountains of northern New Hampshire. This is an opportunity to build a rewarding practice while caring for a diverse patient population in a close-knit rural community where your expertise will have a meaningful impact.
We are seeking a true general orthopedic surgeon who enjoys the breadth and variety of general orthopedic practice and is comfortable caring for patients across the lifespan, with a strong emphasis on the musculoskeletal needs of an aging population.
The ideal candidate will evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions involving bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. This includes performing surgical procedures such as joint replacement (hip, knee, and shoulder), fracture care, and possible common hand procedures including carpal tunnel and trigger finger release, and other general orthopedic surgeries. Experience evaluating and consulting on spine and back pain is preferred.
You'll work alongside experienced primary care providers, rehabilitation specialists, pain management clinicians, and other medical specialists to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance in a welcoming rural community. This position offers a balanced mix of outpatient clinic, surgery, and shared call responsibilities.
Enjoy stunning landscapes and outdoor activities year-round.
Community
Connection: Become a valued member of a supportive, small-town community.
Balanced
Lifestyle: Experience a relaxed pace of life with fewer hassles.
No sales or state income tax!
Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated medical team.
Modern Facilities: Access to advanced medical technology.
Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development.
North Country Healthcare is a leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals and delivers integrated patient care through three community critical access hospitals, several rural health clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
Member organizations include Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook, Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, and North Country Home Health and Hospice Agency in Littleton. NCH is proud to be the largest employer in the North Country.
We offer services in allergy/ENT, addiction & recovery, audiology, cardiac, dermatology, diabetes care/education, emergency medicine, GI, general surgery, hospice & palliative care, imaging, infusion, laboratory & pathology, neurology, OBGYN, orthopedics, pain management, podiatry, primary care, pulmonary, respiratory, sleep medicine, speech, physical, & occupational therapy, wound care, and MORE!
Candidates must have a Medical Degree from an accredited college and have successfully completed an ACGME Orthopedic residency program. A valid NH medical license and BLS certification from the American Heart Association are required.
Market context
Orthopedic surgeon positions in New Hampshire are typically driven by ongoing demand for musculoskeletal care in hospital and specialty settings. These roles are competitive because employers expect board-ready training, an active New Hampshire license, and current BLS certification, while offering professional development and competitive salary. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then confirm your residency completion and licensure status before applying.
