Academic Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

MetroHealth; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

MetroHealth's Department of Orthopaedics seeks a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join its academic program in Cleveland. The role is a joint venture between Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery with a focus on both complex spine trauma and elective spine surgery.

The position offers an academic career with opportunities in clinical research, education, and potential leadership roles within a renowned health system affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of

Qualifications

• Board eligible/board certified in orthopaedic spine surgery.
• Fellowship training in orthopaedic spine surgery completed or in progress.
• Academic environment with potential for clinical education and research.

Responsibilities

• Treat a high volume of complex spine trauma cases and build a busy elective spine practice.
• Join a joint spine service between Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery within the Neuromuscular Skeletal Service Line.
• Pursue academic career with emphasis on clinical excellence, education, and research.

Skills

Spine surgery

Education

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery

Job description

Academic Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon

The Department of Orthopaedics atThe MetroHealth System is seeking aBoard Eligible/Board Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join its nationally recognized academic program.

MetroHealth is a premier academic medical center affiliated withCase Western Reserve University School of Medicine and serves as the most experiencedLevel I Adult Trauma Center in Northeastern Ohio. The health system also manages one of the busiest air transport services in the United States. Orthopaedic residency and fellowship programs are fully integrated withUniversity Hospitals and theCleveland Clinic Foundation.

Position Highlights:

• Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
• Fellowship training inOrthopaedic Spine Surgery(completed or in progress) required
• Join a busy, highly developed spine service that is a joint venture between Orthopaedics and Neurosurgery within the Neuromuscular Skeletal Service Line
• Treat a high volume of complex spine trauma cases while building a busy elective spine practice
• Faculty appointment withCase Western Reserve University School of Medicinecommensurate with experience
• Opportunity to pursue an academic career focused on clinical excellence, education, and research
• Access to a well-established, highly productive Clinical Research Center with research support and potential leadership opportunities based on experience and training

Why MetroHealth?

• Premier academic medical center affiliated with Case Western Reserve University
• Most experienced Level I Adult Trauma Center in Northeastern Ohio
• Integrated Orthopaedic residency and fellowship programs with University Hospitals and Cleveland Clinic Foundation
• Diverse patient population in a dynamic academic and teaching environment
• Strong commitment to faculty development and career growth
• Part of abillion-dollar campus transformation, one of the largest public construction projects in the nation, designed to redefine healthcare delivery in Northeast Ohio

Why Cleveland?

• Cost of living approximately21% below the national average
• Home to the largest theater district outside of New York City
• World-class attractions including the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Orchestra, and renowned art museums
• Diverse economy with strengths in manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, and biomedical industries
• Ranked among the nation's best cities for commuting
• Lake Erie offers boating, beaches, and waterfront recreation
• Extensive park system with hiking and biking trails
• Nationally recognized food and dining scene
• Home to Major League professional sports teams, including the Guardians, Browns, and Cavaliers

Equal Opportunity Employer

The MetroHealth System and Case Western Reserve University are committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About Us

The MetroHealth System is an essential health system committed to providing health care to everyone in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, and improving the health of the community overall. Its 7,500 employees deliver care to everyone at its main campus, just west of downtown Cleveland.

MetroHealth is an integrated health system with an acute care hospital housing a Level I Adult Trauma and Burn Center with full trauma surgical teams ready around the clock, a skilled nursing facility, and more than 27 locations throughout Cuyahoga County and Medina County with more on the way. Annually, we handle more than one million patient visits including more than 100,000 in the Emergency Department, one of the busiest in the country.That’s an average of 274 Emergency Department visits per day.