Orthopaedic Hand and Soft Tissue Surgeon | Orthopaedic Surgery | SOM | M68229

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution in Virginia seeks an Orthopaedic Hand and Soft Tissue Surgeon. The role involves managing reconstructive surgeries, engaging in research, and mentoring students. Candidates should have a valid medical license, an MD or DO degree, and preferably fellowship training in Hand Surgery. The position offers a competitive salary based on experience and opportunities for academic involvement.

Qualifications

• Board certification/eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery or Plastic Surgery is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work in an environment of respect and professionalism.
• Completion of an ACGME accredited Hand Fellowship is desired.
• Board certification/eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery or Plastic Surgery
• Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
• Completion of an ACGME accredited Hand Fellowship is desired but not required if applicant has adequate experience in complex hand trauma.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and interventional management for hand and extremity reconstruction.
• Collaborate in investigative work leading to publications.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring activities.

Skills

Valid Virginia medical license

Ability to work in a respectful environment

Interest in hand and extremity orthoplastic reconstruction

Mentoring

Education

MD or DO degree from an accredited program

Completed an ACGME accredited Orthopaedic or Plastic Surgery Residency program

Job description

Orthopaedic Hand and Soft Tissue Surgeon

Department: Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine

Duties & Responsibilities

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at VCU Health System is recruiting a board certified or eligible hand fellowship trained orthopaedic or plastic surgeon with an interest in hand and extremity (upper and lower) orthoplastic reconstruction and microvascular free tissue transfer. The candidate will provide diagnostic and interventional management for a full spectrum of hand and extremity reconstructive indications. The emphasis of the practice will be on reconstruction of traumatic and oncologic musculoskeletal injuries and both traumatic and atraumatic conditions of the hand. Completion of an ACGME accredited Hand Fellowship is desired but not required if applicant has adequate experience in complex hand trauma.

The selected candidate will be expected to collaborate in investigative work that leads to publications in peer‑reviewed journals and participate in both didactic and bedside teaching and mentoring activities for our medical students, residents, trauma and hand fellows. The position will be based at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, a level 1, tertiary trauma center.

Qualifications

• A valid Virginia medical license
• MD or DO degree (or equivalent) from an accredited program
• Completed an ACGME accredited Orthopaedic or Plastic Surgery Residency program
• Board certification/eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery or Plastic Surgery
• Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
• Completion of an ACGME accredited Hand Fellowship is desired but not required if applicant has adequate experience in complex hand trauma.

Compensation and Details

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss

Email: [e-mail]