Fellowship-Trained Hand Surgeon — Academic Role

SSM Health

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 420,000 - 650,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University is seeking a fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon to join our Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in St. Louis. You will build a high-volume hand and upper-extremity practice within a Level I Trauma Center, with strong referral networks and advanced technology.

The role features a 90% clinical and 10% academic allocation, with opportunities to expand research and teaching alongside experienced Hand Surgeons in a university-based setting.

Qualifications

  • MD/DO degree required and board eligibility or certification.
  • Completion of Hand/Upper Extremity Fellowship.
  • Missouri medical licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality hand and upper-extremity care in a Level I Trauma Center.
  • Perform hand/upper-extremity surgical procedures.
  • Participate in outpatient clinics and ASC activities.
  • Engage in teaching, mentoring, and academic activities with students and residents.
  • Participate in research and scholarly activities as interests allow.
  • Share hand surgery call coverage.

Skills

Clinical Hand Surgery
Academic Collaboration
Research Involvement
Teaching

Education

MD/DO
Board Certification
Hand/Upper Extremity Fellowship

Job description

SSM Health Saint Louis University is seeking a fellowship-trained Hand Surgeon to join our Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in St. Louis. You will build a high-volume hand and upper-extremity practice within a Level I Trauma Center, with strong referral networks and advanced technology.

The role features a 90% clinical and 10% academic allocation, with opportunities to expand research and teaching alongside experienced Hand Surgeons in a university-based setting.

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