Assistant Professor - Pediatric Orthopedic Hand and Trauma Surgeon

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position offers a distinctive opportunity to join a high-volume academic pediatric orthopedic hand and trauma practice, caring for children with a wide spectrum of common and complex hand conditions as well as traumatic musculoskeletal injuries. The role is a full-time faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedics. The faculty member will report directly to the Chair of Pediatric Orthopedics, the Director of the Center for Children’s Surgery, and, as appropriate, the Chair of the Department of Orthopedics.

Requirements

Board‑certified or board‑eligible Orthopedic Surgeon
Completion of an Orthopedic Surgery fellowship, with emphasis in pediatric hand and/or pediatric musculoskeletal trauma
Active medical license(s) in good standing
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
CPR certification

Nice To Haves

Research experience
Demonstrated record of scholarly activity
Experience working in an academic setting
2–5 years of experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities
This position requires a strong interest in pediatric orthopedic hand and trauma conditions, with responsibilities spanning both clinical care and research. The ideal applicant is self‑directed, detail‑oriented, and highly adaptable within a fast‑paced, high‑intensity environment. A strong interest in medical research is essential, and prior experience, whether in basic science or clinical research, is highly recommended. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required.

Responsibilities

Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform detailed physical examinations; assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, with a focus on orthopedic hand and trauma diagnoses, while providing direct care to a defined patient population.
Prescribe medications, physical and occupational therapy, imaging studies, and durable medical equipment as clinically indicated; complete FMLA paperwork, school notes, and other required forms.
Provide pre‑operative, intra‑operative, and post‑operative care; write appropriate medical orders, including those for controlled substances. Perform casting, splinting, and wound care as needed.
Conduct clinical research related to specific orthopedic conditions; assist in the preparation of manuscripts for publication; support research training and supervision of graduate students, medical students, and residents; assist with grant preparation and project reporting.
Perform emergency lifesaving procedures in situations such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, significant hemorrhage, and other acute emergencies.
Provide fracture reductions in the emergency department or clinic setting as needed, excluding conscious sedation.
Adhere to and promote safety, environmental, and infection‑control protocols.
Coordinate clinical workflows and support staff activities to ensure efficient clinic operations and high‑quality patient care.
Document patient encounters through comprehensive progress notes in both office and hospital records; maintain all required documentation and treatment records.
Provide patient and family education; train and supervise medical students, residents, fellows, physician assistant students, and other health‑profession trainees during clinical activities.
Maintain professional development through participation in educational programs, review of current literature, in‑service trainings, and workshops.
Participate in academic activities including weekly conferences, journal clubs, and symposia, contributing through attendance, presentations, and organizational support.
Engage in community outreach events by delivering educational presentations and assisting with planning, coordination, and participation.
Develop written educational materials and standardized treatment protocols for specific conditions and postoperative care.
Prepare and deliver PowerPoint presentations and poster presentations for educational purposes at institutional, local, and national meetings.
Achieve proficiency in documentation and use of the current electronic medical record system; serve as a resource to other healthcare providers.
Provide attending call coverage and urgent surgical support for the pediatric orthopedics department as needed.
Manage simple and complex orthopedic trauma cases, including polytrauma, intra‑articular fractures, and associated reconstructive procedures.
Provide conservative and surgical management of simple and complex pediatric hand conditions, including camptodactyly, clinodactyly, finger/thumb hypoplasia, ganglion cysts, mallet finger, polydactyly, radial dysplasia, symbrachydactyly, syndactyly, and trigger finger.