Orthopedic Surgeon - Foot and Ankle

Job Requirements

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is geared to professionals who are serious about learning and progressing in an encouraging setting where teamwork is a way of life. Our employees take great pride in the culture they’ve helped to create, which exemplifies our core values built on trust, safety and respect. Our people know that great care and a positive attitude mean healthy patients and a happy work environment. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in the welcoming community of UMUCH .

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is a university-based regional health care system focused on serving the health care needs of Maryland. As one of the largest private employers in the state, University of Maryland Medical System’s 28,000 employees and 4,000 affiliated physicians provide primary and specialty care in more than 150 locations and at 13 hospitals.

Job Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UMUCH), a member of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) , has an opening available for a full-time BC/BE Orthopedic Surgeon, specializing in Foot and Ankle, to join their robust orthopedic multispecialty group located in Bel Air, MD.

Job Specifics

• UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air was named one of America’s 100 Best hospitals for orthopedic surgery by Healthgrades, which evaluates quality using objective measures including clinical outcomes, patient safety, and patient experience.
• Position will join a multispecialty group of 7 (orthopedic surgeons spine, shoulder, hand and joint).
• Position is open due to present foot/ankle surgeon relocation, so physician will take over busy foot and ankle practice.
• Physician will have support of experienced Physician Assistant who enjoys foot and ankle surgery.
• Surgeon should specialize in ankle reconstruction, arthroscopy, plantar fasciitis, bunionectomies, Achilles tendon repair, hammertoes, Mortons neuroma and other foot and ankle issues.
• Position will be primarily based on the campus of Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD.
• Ideal work environment Monday through Friday day shift, with a very manageable call rotation shared among other providers, fostering a healthy work/life balance!
• Excellent hospital administration support as well as dedicated in office support staff, ensuring a smooth and efficient work environment.
• Position eligible for sign-on bonus and relocation support options to facilitate your transition to Upper Chesapeake Health!
• Opportunity to work in brand new, state of the art surgicenter
• Potential opportunity for ASC ownership

As an UMMS provider, you can expect

• Market leading compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Generous paid time off
• CME leave and CME allowance
• Retirement plan- 403(b) with employer match, plus eligibility for 457(b) plan!
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Potential eligibility for Maryland state loan repayment program!

Qualifications

License to practice Medicine in the state of Maryland

Board Certified in orthopedics and successful completion of foot and ankle fellowship program.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation: $500-$550K plus additional incentive/bonus

Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide