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How much do orthopaedic oncologist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for orthopaedic oncologist in the United States is $176.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $192.31 and $192.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an orthopaedic oncologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Orthopaedic Oncologist, you need advanced medical knowledge in both orthopaedic surgery and oncology, supported by completion of medical school, residency, and specialized fellowships, along with board certification. Experience with surgical planning software, advanced imaging technologies, and familiarity with tumor registry and documentation systems is essential. Excellent communication, compassion, and teamwork are standout soft skills for building trust with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are vital to deliver complex patient care, ensure precise diagnostics and treatments, and coordinate effectively across specialties.

What are the typical responsibilities of an orthopaedic oncologist during a workweek?

Orthopaedic Oncologists spend their workweek evaluating patients, diagnosing and staging bone and soft tissue tumors, performing complex surgical procedures, and collaborating with radiologists, medical oncologists, and other specialists to create comprehensive treatment plans. They may also participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, conduct follow-up visits, and engage in research or teaching activities. Responsibilities can include managing both inpatient and outpatient cases, supporting patients through treatment decisions, and ensuring continuity of care post-surgery. The role is dynamic and intellectually stimulating, often balancing direct patient care with team-based collaboration.

What does an orthopaedic oncologist do?

An Orthopaedic Oncologist is a specialized doctor who diagnoses and treats bone and soft tissue tumors, both benign and malignant. They manage conditions like osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, and metastatic bone disease, often working closely with oncologists, radiologists, and surgeons. Treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or a combination to preserve function and limb integrity. Their goal is to remove tumors while maintaining mobility and quality of life for patients.

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Infographic showing various Orthopaedic Oncologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $368,086 per year, or $177 per hour.

Orthopaedic Oncology Clinician Scientist

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

$400K - $750K/yr

Other

Posted 5 days ago


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Job description

University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: University of Rochester Medical Center: School of Medicine and Dentistry: Orthopaedics

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$400,000 - $750,000

Description

The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Rochester seeks a clinician scientist with fellowship training in musculoskeletal oncology and a commitment to a career in orthopaedic oncology and orthopaedic research. The successful candidate will be ABOS board eligible or board certified. This full-time position will provide substantial protected research time and start-up funds, commensurate with the candidate's research achievements and potential. Initial academic appointment will be determined by the candidate's academic curriculum vita. The Department of Orthopaedics has 60 clinical and 14 full time research faculty. We are the sole orthopaedic clinicians for UR Medicine, a seven hospital clinically integrated network serving a population of close to a million patients in western New York. The Department is organized into 9 sub-specialty divisions, and the successful candidate will join another fellowship-trained orthopaedic oncologist, and 4 advanced practice providers in the Division of Orthopaedic Oncology and Metabolic Bone Disease. The Division collaborates closely with the University's Wilmot Cancer Center, the busiest cancer center in New York State outside of New York City. Clinical duties include the care of primary and secondary musculoskeletal malignancies, support of the osteoporosis program and a modest amount of level II trauma call. https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/orthopaedics/index.shtml

The Center for Musculoskeletal Research (CMSR) https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/musculoskeletal-research.aspx at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) is a world leader in multidisciplinary basic, translational, and clinical orthopaedic research. Central to our mode of research is a dyad system in which full-time clinicians are partnered with full-time research faculty to ensure clinical significance and scientific rigor. The CMSR also prides itself on the breadth of musculoskeletal research, which aims to include all areas of orthopaedics. The CMSR seeks an orthopaedic oncology surgeon to contribute to its cancer research programs in sarcoma, tumor metastasis to bone, cancer-associated sarcopenia, and the bone-tumor microenvironment.

Qualifications

Candidates must be eligible for an unrestricted New York State license. A post-offer health assessment is required.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Instructions

If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email Kim_Foote@urmc.rochester.edu. The reference pay range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job's salaray range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EOE, including disability/protected veterans

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.


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