Orthopedic Surgeon

Cooper University Health Care

Details

Posted:

23-Sep-26

Location:

Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Categories:

Physicians/Surgeons

Internal Number:

65066

About Us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals - its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children's Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America's Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

Unit Overview

About Cooper Bone & Joint Institute

The Cooper Bone & Joint Institute is one of the region's premier orthopaedic programs, providing comprehensive musculoskeletal care across South Jersey. As part of Cooper University Health Care, physicians benefit from a collaborative network of orthopaedic specialists, advanced practice providers, rehabilitation professionals, and support staff dedicated to delivering outstanding patient outcomes.

About Cape Regional Medical Center

Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, a member of Cooper University Health Care, is a community hospital located in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, on the beautiful southern New Jersey coast. Situated approximately 70 miles from Philadelphia, CUHCR serves as the primary healthcare provider for residents and visitors throughout Cape May County.

The hospital is just minutes from some of the region's most desirable coastal communities, including Stone Harbor, Avalon, Sea Isle City, and Cape May. Physicians enjoy the opportunity to practice in a growing coastal market while benefiting from an exceptional quality of life, outstanding recreational opportunities, highly rated communities, and easy access to both Philadelphia and Atlantic City.

Short Description

Cooper University Health Care is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon to join the expanding Cooper Bone & Joint Institute at Cape Regional. This is an exceptional opportunity to establish and grow a regional orthopaedic trauma practice while working within one of the region's leading academic health systems.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive operative and non-operative management of acute musculoskeletal injuries, fracture care, and orthopaedic trauma patients across the Cape Regional service area. The position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with orthopaedic subspecialists, advanced practice providers, emergency medicine physicians, and rehabilitation teams in a growing community-based setting supported by Cooper's nationally recognized orthopaedic program.

Opportunity Highlights

This position offers a unique opportunity to help establish and grow orthopaedic trauma services within a rapidly expanding regional orthopaedic practice. The incoming surgeon will benefit from the support, resources, and reputation of Cooper University Health Care's nationally recognized Bone & Joint Institute while enjoying the autonomy and entrepreneurial opportunity to build a thriving trauma and fracture care practice in a growing market. The role includes access to a robust referral network, dedicated APP support, and the opportunity to help shape the future of musculoskeletal care throughout Cape May County and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive orthopaedic trauma and fracture care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Perform operative management of acute fractures and complex musculoskeletal injuries.

Participate in orthopaedic trauma call coverage.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, coordinated patient care.

Support growth and development of orthopaedic trauma services throughout the Cape Regional market.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical program development.

Maintain a patient-centered approach focused on exceptional clinical outcomes and patient experience.

Education Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

Completion of an accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency

Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery preferred

Experience Required

Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork, and patient-centered care

License/ Certification Requirements

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery

Eligible for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey

Special Requirements

What We Offer

Competitive compensation package with productivity incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits

Paid malpractice coverage

CME allowance and professional development support

Dedicated APP and clinical support

Opportunity to help shape and grow a regional orthopaedic trauma program

Access to the resources and expertise of a leading academic health system

Join Cooper University Health Care and help build the future of orthopaedic trauma care along the New Jersey coast while becoming part of one of the region's most respected orthopaedic programs.

About Cooper University Health Care

Welcome to Cooper University Health Care With a more than 135-year history of healing, Cooper is the place South Jersey turns to when they need care. As the leading academic medical system in the area, with South Jersey's only Level 1 Trauma Center, more than 100 outpatient offices, and more than two million patient visits a year, it's the perfect place to build a career of care in a truly diverse and inclusive environment. Whether you're a medical professional or possess other skills, you'll want to be with Cooper.

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