Academic Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon (Asst/Assoc Prof)

Center for Orthopaedic Specialists; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Orthopaedic Specialists at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon (Assistant/Associate Professor) to provide high-quality patient care. This role includes teaching, mentoring, and leading research initiatives within a supportive academic environment.

Candidates must have completed an accredited medical school and Orthopedic residency, and be board-eligible or board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery. This position also emphasizes sensitivity to minority populations and includes a security-sensitive background check.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice medicine in Illinois.
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.
• Eligible for a security-sensitive position; background screening required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic trauma care at Springfield Memorial Hospital.
• Teach and mentor medical students and residents.
• Lead or contribute to clinical or basic science research projects.
• Participate in department strategic planning.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Mentoring medical students

Research project leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Graduated from an accredited medical school

Completion of Orthopedic residency program

Board-eligible or board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery

Job description

The Center for Orthopaedic Specialists at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon (Assistant/Associate Professor) to provide high-quality patient care. This role includes teaching, mentoring, and leading research initiatives within a supportive academic environment.

Candidates must have completed an accredited medical school and Orthopedic residency, and be board-eligible or board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery. This position also emphasizes sensitivity to minority populations and includes a security-sensitive background check.