Orthopaedic Pediatric Surgeon/Tenure Track - Rank dependent on qualifications

University of Utah•Lehi, UT

63d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an opening for a faculty position as a Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon. The new faculty member will join a dynamic and successful pediatric orthopaedic team within an outstanding academic orthopaedic department. The position will entail work in clinical and research programs at two neighboring facilities for children and principally at our Level 2 center in Lehi, Utah. The appointment will be at a rank appropriate to the candidate on the tenure-track. Minimum requirements include completion of a residency in orthopaedic surgery and one year of advanced fellowship training in pediatric orthopaedic surgery. Principal clinical work will be in general pediatric orthopaedics, fractures and scoliosis, taking call at both Level 1 and 2 centers. Candidates should be team players and will have a desire to develop and mentor others in the field. A successful candidate will have demonstrated exceptional academic interest and a clear record of excellence in all aspects of orthopaedics including clinical care, education and clinical or basic science research. The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Requirements

Completion of a residency in orthopaedic surgery
One year of advanced fellowship training in pediatric orthopaedic surgery
Demonstrated exceptional academic interest
Clear record of excellence in all aspects of orthopaedics including clinical care, education and clinical or basic science research
Team player