Associate Professor to Professor Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon

Center for Orthopaedic Specialists; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine seeks an outstanding Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to serve as Director of the Limb Restoration Program. This remarkable opportunity combines clinical leadership with groundbreaking multidisciplinary collaboration to advance limb preservation and reconstruction.

The Director will lead a comprehensive program integrating orthopaedic trauma, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, infectious disease, rehabilitation,

Qualifications

• MD or DO with clinical leadership experience in orthopedic trauma.
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma is required or strongly encouraged.
• Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Eligible for medical licensure in Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Lead and further develop the Limb Restoration Program.
• Direct a multidisciplinary team and coordinate conferences across specialties.
• Expand regional, national, and international referral networks.
• Lead clinical, research, and educational initiatives in limb preservation and reconstruction.

Skills

Leadership experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Academic collaboration

Mentorship

Research coordination

Education

MD or DO

Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma

Board Certified/Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery

Colorado medical licensure eligible

Job description

Job Summary:

The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking an outstanding Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon with expertise in limb reconstruction, limb salvage, deformity correction, nonunion surgery, and bone infection to serve as the next Director of the University of Colorado Limb Restoration Program.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the nation's most innovative and comprehensive multidisciplinary limb restoration programs. Established in 2015, the University of Colorado Limb Restoration Program has become an internationally recognized destination for patients with complex extremity conditions through its integrated, patient-centered approach to limb preservation and restoration. The program combines expertise from orthopedic trauma, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, musculoskeletal oncology, infectious disease, physical medicine and rehabilitation, prosthetics and orthotics, physical therapy, radiology, wound care, and numerous additional specialties to deliver comprehensive care for patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership

• Lead and further develop the University of Colorado Limb Restoration Program
• Direct a multidisciplinary team including dedicated Advanced Practice Providers, Nurse Navigator, Athletic Trainers, Program Coordinators, and clinical support staff
• Coordinate multidisciplinary conferences involving orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, infectious disease, rehabilitation medicine, prosthetics/orthotics, oncology, radiology, wound care, and other specialties
• Continue expansion of regional, national, and international referral networks
• Foster innovation in multidisciplinary models of limb preservation and reconstruction
• Partner with hospital and departmental leadership to guide strategic growth of the program

Clinical

• Limb salvage following trauma
• Adult and post-traumatic deformity correction
• Limb lengthening and reconstruction
• Nonunion and malunion surgery
• Fracture-related infection and osteomyelitis
• Bone transport and bone defect reconstruction
• Complex lower extremity reconstruction
• Complex amputee care
• Possible opportunity for osseointegration (experience preferred)
• The successful candidate will also participate in the Orthopedic Trauma call schedule at University of Colorado Hospital.

Research Opportunities

The Director will lead a growing multidisciplinary research enterprise focused on limb restoration and reconstruction.

Outstanding opportunities exist to:

• Develop investigator-initiated clinical research
• Participate in multicenter prospective clinical trials
• Collaborate with an established multidisciplinary research team
• Work closely with engineers, rehabilitation scientists, biomechanics investigators, and translational researchers across the Anschutz Medical Campus, CU Boulder, and Colorado State University Veterinary School
• Expand clinical outcomes, health services, and translational research programs
• Mentor residents, fellows, medical students, and research personnel
• Protected academic time and substantial institutional support are available for candidates with demonstrated research productivity and external funding potential.

Education

• Educate orthopedic surgery residents
• Participate in medical student education
• Develop limb restoration educational curricula
• Mentor trainees interested in limb reconstruction and complex trauma
• Contribute to national educational initiatives through OTA, LLRS, AAOS, and related organizations

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact.

Associate Professor

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma
• Eligible for medical licensure in Colorado
• Demonstrated commitment to academic surgery, education, and multidisciplinary patient care
• Expertise in limb reconstruction and deformity correction
• Experience with limb salvage and fracture-related infection

Professor

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma
• Eligible for medical licensure in Colorado
• Demonstrated commitment to academic surgery, education, and multidisciplinary patient care
• Expertise in limb reconstruction and deformity correction
• Experience with limb salvage and fracture-related infection
• Leadership experience within multidisciplinary clinical programs
• Experience with osseointegration and advanced reconstructive techniques

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of scholarly productivity
• Evidence of successful mentorship and education