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Physician - Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Surgery

Capital Health

Company websitecapitalhealth.org (Capital Health, opens in new tab)

Base salary $529,127  to $1,210,367

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Pennington, NJ

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  • LocationPennington, NJ
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Overview

Pay Range:

$529,127.00 - $1,210,367.00

Capital Health Medical Group is seeking a Hand Surgeon to provide comprehensive evaluations, surgical and non-surgical treatments, and follow-up care for patients with conditions affecting the hand, wrist, forearm, and peripheral upper extremity nerve structures. This role includes outpatient clinic, inpatient consultative services, emergency call coverage, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.

Opportunity Details:

  • Diagnose and manage a full spectrum of hand and upper extremity conditions, including traumatic injuries, degenerative disorders, congenital anomalies, nerve conditions, and soft-tissue pathologies.
  • Perform surgical interventions including, but not limited to, fracture fixation, tendon and nerve repairs, arthroplasty, reconstructive procedures, microvascular surgery, and arthroscopy.
  • Provide non-operative management when appropriate (injections, splinting, therapy referral, conservative care).
  • Evaluate patients in outpatient clinic and supervise follow-up care.
  • Provide inpatient consults and emergency department evaluations related to hand and upper extremity pathology.
  • Participate in shared call rotation for hand/upper-extremity emergencies.
  • Work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, primary care physicians, occupational/hand therapists, radiologists, and hospital staff.
  • Communicate treatment plans clearly with patients, families, and referring providers.
  • Document clinical encounters accurately and timely in the EMR
  • Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and practice standards.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, morbidity & mortality conferences, and peer review as required.
  • Ensure adherence to evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines.
  • Provide education to residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers as appropriate.
  • Participate in continuing medical education and maintain board certification.
  • Attend departmental meetings, committees, and other administrative functions as assigned.
  • Assist in development of new clinical programs, care pathways, or service line growth initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).
  • Completion of an accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery or Plastic Surgery.
  • Completion of a Hand Surgery Fellowship.

Licensure & Certification

  • Board certified or board eligible in Orthopedic Surgery or Plastic Surgery.
  • Active state medical license (or ability to obtain).
  • Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Hand Surgery (or eligibility to obtain).
  • Current DEA & CDS registration.

Experience

  • Fellowship-trained hand surgeon; new graduates and experienced surgeons encouraged to apply.

Skills

  • Proficiency in hand and upper-extremity surgical techniques including microsurgery (if required).
  • Strong diagnostic ability and clinical decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities.
  • Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Hospital, clinic, and operating room environments.
  • Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and standard surgical risks.
  • Call responsibilities assigned 

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical Plan

  • Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

  • Dental Plan

  • Vision Plan

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

  • Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

  • Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

  • Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

  • Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

  • Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Commuter Transit

  • Commuter Parking

  • Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

  • Voluntary Legal Services

  • Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

  • Voluntary Pet Insurance

  • Continuing Medical Education (CME)

  • Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria. 

Source: Capital Health on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($529,127) is above 96% of the 87 Healthcare Clinical roles in New Jersey listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $236,250; the middle half runs from $152,500 to $319,347.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Capital Health roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Capital Health roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Physician - Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Surgery (this listing)$529,127 - $1,210,367
Physician - Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Surgery$529,127 - $1,210,367
Physician - Maternal Fetal Medicine$513,235 - $1,056,169
Radiologist - Breast Imaging$550,000 - $893,003
Physician - Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery$500K - $1.23M
Physician - Gastroenterology Hospitalist$493,267 - $972,300
Gastroenterologist$493,267 - $972,300

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Capital Health roles · How to read the bar

Observed changes

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  2. Began meeting the published-salary criteria
Observed since
Employer-stated posting date
2026-03-17
Where this pay comes from

Location as the employer wrote it: Pennington, NJ

$529,127.00 - $1,210,367.00

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