HAND ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON Job at The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

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  • The University of Iowa
  • Iowa City, IA

Job Description

Full/Part Time Status:

Full Time

Position Description:

The University of Iowa Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation is seeking a faculty member specializing in Orthopedic Hand Surgery. Appointment rank may be at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level and may align with the clinical (non-tenure), or tenure tracks, depending on clinical experience and academic interests. 

Opportunity Overview: Join an accomplished and collaborative team of over 50 faculty members, including 25 practicing surgeons, within a closed-staff academic practice at a top-tier medical institution. This is an exciting time to join the department as it moves to a brand new, state-of-the-art Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in North Liberty- IA- a major initiative focused on growth and market expansion.

The Division of Hand Surgery provides comprehensive care for routine, complex and rare upper extremity conditions, with particular expertise in:



  • Microsurgery and peripheral nerve surgery


  • Hand and wrist reconstruction and replantation


  • Tendon and ligament repairs


  • Arthroscopy, arthroplpasty, and fusion of the wrist


  • Brachial plexus and nerve compression syndromes


  • Congenital conditions and trauma reconstruction

This opportunity offers access to cutting-edge technology, high case volumes, academic and research freedom, residents and fellows integrated into the practice and a faculty culture energized by growth and clinical excellence.

Position Highlights:



  • Work at a premier academic medical center: University of Iowa Health Care, consistently ranked among the nation's best. 


  • Join a nationally recognized orthopedic department with senior leaders recognized for national leadership.


  • Contribute to a practice poised for expansion at a new, specialized hospital in North Liberty, purpose-built for orthopedic excellence.


  • Collaborate with specialists in PM&R, research, sports medicine and pediatric orthopedics, including four current pediatric orthopedic surgeons. 


  • Opportunities for academic and career advancement including clinical, translational and basic research, other forms of scholarship and engagement in national organizations. 


  • Flexibility for clinical vs. academic balance depending on candidate interests. 

Compensation and Support: 



  • Competitive base salary with WRVU-based incentives (details determined by appointment track and rank). 


  • Comprehensive relocation assistance.


  • Sign-on bonus negotiable.


  • Full benefits including CME support, retirement contributions, and malpractice coverage. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

 

Education Requirement:



  • MD, DO or equivalent degree.


  • Completion of an ACGME accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency.


  • Completion of a fellowship in Orthopedic Hand Surgery.

Required Qualifications:



  • Licensed or eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Iowa.

Certifications:



  • Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.

Desirable Qualifications:



  • Strong interest or experience in academic medicine, teaching, or clinical research.


  • Interest in growing a comprehensive hand surgery service line to serve the state of Iowa as a tertiary hand referral center.


  • Openness to process improvement, innovation, and team-based practice models.


  • A demonstrated commitment to or experience in mentoring, clinical leadership, and the development of residents and fellows.

 

Curriculum Vitae
Name and Contact Information of References
Letter of Interest

 

Number of References:3


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Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Relocation package,

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