Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Spine Orthopedic Surgeon - 494263

University of Toledo • Toledo, OH

74d • Onsite

About The Position

UToledo Health and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences has a faculty position opening for a Spine Orthopedic Surgeon in the Department of Orthopedics. The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences is seeking a qualified, dynamic and collaborative Spine Orthopedic Surgeon to join our Department of Orthopedic surgery and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as Assistant/Associate Professor. This faculty position includes responsibilities in Clinical Spine Surgery, Medical Education, and Research. The Department serves Toledo and surrounding communities by delivering patient-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings, training the next generation of providers, and advancing research for improved musculoskeletal outcomes. The successful candidate will be actively involved in all three academic missions.

Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. from an accredited institution
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Spine Surgery (Orthopedic or Neurosurgical Spine Fellowship)
• A minimum of 3-5 years experience in Clinical Spine Surgery
• Eligibility for Ohio medical licensure
• Experience in clinical education of medical students and residents
• Demonstrated commitment to research and academic development
• Expertise in both open and minimally invasive spine techniques
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset for working with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage clinical, academic, and research duties
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and healthcare
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a high-functioning academic environment
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA regulations

Nice To Haves

• NIH or industry-sponsored research experience
• Prior academic faculty experience in orthopedic spine surgery
• Experience supervising residents and medical students in academic or clinical settings

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat spinal disorders and injuries in outpatient and inpatient settings
• Perform complex spine surgeries including minimally invasive, degenerative, deformity, and trauma cases
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams including PM&R, neurosurgery, pain management, and physical therapy
• Deliver orthopedic lectures and clinical teaching to medical students across all levels, including spine-specific anatomy and pathology
• Mentor medical students and residents pursing careers in orthopedic spine surgery
• Participating in Medical student’s clinical skills exams, summer research programs and simulation-based teaching
• Lead spine-focused workshops and journal clubs
• Participate in clinical and or translational research in spine-related fields (Spinal fusion techniques, biologics, biomechanics, pain management)
• Publish peer-reviewed manuscripts and present at national conferences as needed
• Duties assigned by the department chair

Benefits

• Retirement Benefits, including two pension plans
• UTP pension plan with employer contribution.
• UT Academic pension
• Eligibility for health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage through the University of Toledo
• Paid time off
• paid parental and maternity leave
• UT provides a Tuition Fee Waiver Program for Employees and Dependents
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level