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AMN Healthcare, Inc.

Orthopedic Hand Surgery

Danville, PA · On-site

$580K/yr

& Requirements Orthopedic Hand Surgery StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $580000.00 - $580000.00 Experience a focused 100% Orthopedic hand surgery practice with the ability to work with professional sports ...

Sanford Health

Physician - Hand Surgery

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

Visas Accepted N/A Specialty Orthopedic Surgery - Hand Practice Details Sanford Clinic Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is seeking a BE/BC Fellowship Trained Hand Surgeon to join a group of four. Join a ...

Mercy

Hand Surgeon

Ozark, MO

$1M/yr

This is a 100% hand surgery opportunity within a large team of orthopedic surgeons, including four highly successful hand surgeons. The role offers immediate and ample business, with strong ...

Mayo Clinic

Orthopedic Hand Surgeon

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Responsibilities The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Arizona is seeking a highly motivated, fellowship-trained hand and distal upper extremity surgeon with expertise in all aspects ...

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How much do hand surgery jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for hand surgery in the United States is $16.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is hand surgery?

Hand surgery is a specialized field of medicine focused on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the hand, wrist, and sometimes the forearm. This can include injuries, congenital defects, arthritis, nerve problems, and other disorders. Hand surgeons are trained in both surgical and non-surgical techniques to restore function, reduce pain, and improve the appearance of the hand. They often work closely with physical therapists to help patients regain movement and strength after treatment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hand surgeon, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hand Surgeon, you need a medical degree, completion of a surgical residency, and specialized fellowship training in hand surgery, along with board certification. Familiarity with surgical instruments, microsurgical techniques, and imaging systems such as X-ray and MRI is essential. Excellent manual dexterity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help build trust with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering precise surgical care, optimizing patient outcomes, and ensuring safe recovery.

What are the typical collaborative relationships a hand surgeon maintains within a hospital or clinical setting?

Hand surgeons commonly work closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes orthopedic surgeons, plastic surgeons, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. Effective collaboration is essential for comprehensive patient care, from initial evaluation and surgical intervention to rehabilitation and follow-up. Hand surgeons also coordinate with radiologists for imaging needs and anesthesiologists for surgical procedures. This teamwork ensures that patients receive holistic care throughout their recovery process.
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Infographic showing various Hand Surgery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,333 per year, or $17 per hour.

Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon

American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)

Lakeland, FL • On-site

$280 - $360/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon

Join an expanding orthopedic and hand surgery program in the heart of the Sunshine State. Lakeland Regional Health (LRH) is seeking a fellowship-trained Orthopedic or Plastic Hand Surgeon to join our growing team in beautiful Lakeland, Florida. As part of one of Florida's largest independent health systems, you'll join a collaborative, patient-centered organization committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and physician support.

Lakeland Regional Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon to help expand our comprehensive regional hand surgery program. The ideal candidate will:

  • Be fellowship trained in Hand Surgery; Upper Extremity fellowship training is an ideal.
  • Provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient hand surgery care.
  • Play a key role in growing the region's only dedicated hand surgery program, serving a multicounty referral population of approximately one million people at a Level 1 Trauma Center.
Position Highlights
  • Large employed physician group with more than 400 providers representing 40+ specialties.
  • Extensive referral network through LRH primary care, neurology, rheumatology, and community physicians.
  • Join an established team of two Orthopedic Hand Surgeons and two Plastic Hand Surgeons.
  • Outpatient clinic featuring on-site hand therapy, radiology, and ultrasound.
  • Shared hand surgery call at a single Level I Trauma Center. Hand surgery call only—no general orthopedic trauma call required.
  • Opportunity to perform surgery in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
Benefits

LRH offers comprehensive benefits including 403(b), 457(b), health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, CME allowance, CME days, and malpractice insurance with tail coverage.

About Lakeland Regional Health

For more than 100 years, Lakeland Regional Health has provided exceptional inpatient and outpatient care across more than 40 specialties. As a not-for-profit academic health system, LRH has earned workplace recognition from organizations including Aetna, Forbes, and the Florida Hospital Association.

  • 910‑bed, state‑of‑the‑art teaching hospital
  • Level I Trauma Center
  • Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  • Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine
  • One of the nation's busiest single-site emergency departments
  • Collaborates with Nemours Children’s Health, expanding access to high-quality pediatric specialty care.
Qualifications
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible through ABMS or AOA.
  • Completion of an accredited Hand Surgery fellowship with experience at a Level I Trauma Center preferred.
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