Overview
Director of Clinical Operations, Orthopedic Jobs in East Brunswick, NJ at Atlas Search LLC
Total Compensation range: $160k-$200k
Are you an experienced orthopedic clinician who has grown into an operational leadership role? Do you enjoy working alongside surgeons, mentoring teams, improving processes, and ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time?
We’re partnering with a rapidly growing, physician-led orthopedic and musculoskeletal organization seeking an accomplished healthcare leader to oversee its Extremity Orthopedic service line. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for someone who understands orthopedic surgery, excels at building high-performing teams, and enjoys combining clinical expertise with operational strategy.
This position offers a unique opportunity to influence patient care, collaborate directly with orthopedic surgeons, and help drive continued growth across several outpatient practices throughout New Jersey.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day operations for an orthopedic division that includes Sports Medicine and Hand Surgery providers.
- Evaluate incoming surgical referrals and collaborate with physicians to ensure patients are appropriately routed for consultation and treatment.
- Review clinical documentation, imaging studies (including MRI), and patient information to help prioritize surgical cases.
- Partner with orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation providers, and clinical teams to create efficient care pathways.
- Coach, mentor, and support department managers and support staff while fostering a collaborative, patient-focused culture.
- Improve workflows that enhance patient access, scheduling, communication, and overall experience.
- Monitor operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement best practices across multiple locations.
- Coordinate resources and staffing to support continued practice growth.
- Travel regularly between outpatient offices while maintaining a presence at the organization’s corporate headquarters.
- Serve as a trusted liaison between physicians, clinical staff, leadership, and referring providers.
Requirements:
- Residency-trained Physical Therapists who have transitioned into orthopedic leadership or practice management.
- Physician Assistants with orthopedic surgery experience who have moved into operational or administrative leadership.
- Occupational Therapists with extensive orthopedic and leadership backgrounds will also be considered.
- Active New Jersey PT, PA, or OT license.
- Minimum five years of orthopedic healthcare experience.
- Leadership experience within an orthopedic, sports medicine, or surgical practice.
- Strong understanding of orthopedic imaging and the ability to confidently review MRI findings.
- Familiarity with surgical scheduling, patient triage, and orthopedic care coordination.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple practice locations.
- Excellent communication, coaching, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on operational support.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
- Executive-level leadership role with significant organizational impact.
- Work directly with highly respected orthopedic specialists.
- Blend clinical expertise with business operations.
- Opportunity to build and improve an expanding orthopedic service line.
- Collaborative, patient-first culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.
Keywords: Vice President Orthopedics, Orthopedic Operations, Orthopedic Leadership, Sports Medicine, Hand Surgery, Physical Therapist Leadership, Orthopedic Practice Administrator, Orthopedic Director, Physician Assistant Orthopedics, Musculoskeletal Services, Orthopedic Surgery, Healthcare Operations, Multi-Site Practice Management.
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Pay: $160,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- What is the best phone number and email address to reach you?
Experience:
- Ortho, Surgical, or Sports: 5 years (Preferred)
- Leadership: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Active New Jersey PT, PA, or OT license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Director of Clinical Operations, Orthopedic
Company: Atlas Search LLC
Location: East Brunswick, NJ
