Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UMC is an academic medical center and the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District. It provides high-level care in Southern Nevada and is home to Nevada’s only nonprofit Level I Trauma Center, Verified Burn Center, and Multi-Organ Transplant Center. UMC describes itself as the state’s first and only Magnet®-Recognized hospital as of 2026. The Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon treats patients who require specialist orthopedic procedures for conditions such as scoliosis, dislocations, fractures, and damage to tendons, muscles, and ligaments. The surgeon consults with patients, discusses treatment options, provides treatment, oversees aftercare and physical therapy, and coordinates with other specialists when necessary. The position is at-will and serves at the pleasure of the CEO.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of medicine.
Three years of clinical practice experience in orthopedic surgery and/or a subspecialty.
Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in Nevada.
Nevada Pharmacy Board license to prescribe medications.
DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.
Board certification from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
Successful completion of a recognized Orthopedic Residency.
Successful completion of an accredited Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Fellowship.
Knowledge of human anatomy; adult and pediatric care, equipment, supplies, and practices; applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards; medical care principles; quality assurance and performance improvement; safety, patient rights, infection control, hazardous materials, emergency response, and age-specific care practices.
Ability to stand in the same place while performing surgery for extended periods; read printed materials and a VDT screen; communicate effectively in person and by telephone; and exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Strong academic interest and experience preferred.
Some positions may require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accepted by the American Heart Association; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) accepted by the American Red Cross; Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP); or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Responsibilities

Consult with patients and discuss treatment options.
Treat patients requiring specialist orthopedic procedures.
Oversee patient aftercare and physical therapy.
Coordinate care with other specialists when necessary.
Perform surgical procedures to repair, salvage, or replace bones and joints and reconnect nerves to improve musculoskeletal health.
Provide effective medical care and develop patient care plans.
Assess and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of medical care through the hospital quality improvement program.
Ensure services meet patients’ medical, social, and emotional needs while supporting sound health care resource allocation.
Develop goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Apply leadership techniques and make effective decisions under stress and emergency circumstances.
Solve problems and communicate with people from diverse socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.
Maintain effective working relationships with personnel contacted in the course of duties.
Use equipment efficiently, effectively, and safely.