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,