Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Chicago seeks an Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon for a full-time clinical faculty position. The role involves patient care, teaching residents, and enhancing the Orthopaedic Hand curriculum. This position is vital for fostering future leaders in Orthopaedic care.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Paid leave

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Qualifications

• Board eligibility and progress toward certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Licensed or eligible to obtain a license in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for Orthopaedic Hand conditions.
• Supervise and train residents and medical students.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and inpatient procedures.

Skills

Teaching

Patient Care

Education

MD/DO

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery

Job description

Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

Hiring Department: Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon - Orthopaedics

Location: Chicago, IL

Requisition ID: 1029991

Posting Close Date: 7/3/2025

Salary: $300K-$450K in addition to an annual clinical incentive in the range of $0-$200K.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. It serves over 34,000 students with a diverse student body and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). UIC offers multidisciplinary programs across 16 colleges, emphasizing innovative research and student success. It is ranked among top public schools by U.S. News & World Report and has over 300,000 alumni, being a major employer in Chicago.

Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, a pension plan, paid leave, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine seeks applications for a full-time, non-tenure track clinical faculty position in Orthopaedic Surgery. The role involves practicing as a physician and providing teaching to residents and medical students, fostering future leaders in Orthopaedic care.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provide direct patient care focusing on Orthopaedic Hand conditions, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
2. Supervise, instruct, and train residents and medical/podiatry students in clinical and surgical settings.
3. Develop and enhance the Orthopaedic Hand curriculum for trainees.
4. Participate in outpatient clinics, inpatient procedures, and hospital rounds for Orthopaedic Hand patients.
5. Provide evaluations for medical student and resident performances as required by accrediting agencies.
6. Engage in departmental academic activities, including research, conferences, and community outreach.
7. Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD/DO with board eligibility and progressing toward certification in Orthopaedic Surgery; fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery with certification progress.
• Licensed or eligible to obtain license in Illinois before starting.
• Board-certified or eligible with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS).
• Proven excellence in teaching and commitment to medical education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Same as minimum qualifications, emphasizing fellowship training and licensure.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Applicants can request accommodations during the hiring process. For application details, visit here.