Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

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

Job summary

The University of Illinois at Chicago seeks a full-time Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to provide clinical care, teach residents, and develop future leaders in Orthopaedics. This role includes direct patient care, supervision of trainees, and participation in academic activities.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Leave

Tuition Waivers

Qualifications

• Board eligibility and progressing toward board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Licensed or able to obtain licensure as a physician in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care focusing on Orthopaedic Hand conditions.
• Supervise and train residents and medical/podiatry students.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and hospital rounds.

Skills

Teaching

Patient Care

Education

MD/DO

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery

Job description

Hiring Department: Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon- Orthopaedics

Location: Chicago, IL

Requisition ID: 1029991

Posting Close Date: 7/3/2025

Salary: $300K-$450K in addition to 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. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation 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). Through its 16 colleges, UIC offers nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in collaboration with civic, corporate, and community partners worldwide, including health sciences colleges. UIC emphasizes cutting-edge and transformational research and is committed to the success of all students. Recent rankings by U.S. News & World Report show UIC rising among top public and national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni and is one of Chicago’s largest employers.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive package with Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leave (Vacation, Holiday, Sick); and tuition waivers for employees and dependents. For details, see the Employee Benefits list.

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. Faculty will provide clinical care, teach residents and medical students, and contribute to the development of future Orthopaedic leaders.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care focusing on Orthopaedic Hand conditions, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Supervise, instruct, and train residents and medical/podiatry students in clinical and surgical settings.
• Develop and enhance the Orthopaedic Hand curriculum for comprehensive trainee education.
• Participate in outpatient clinics, inpatient procedures, and hospital rounds for Orthopaedic Hand patients.
• Provide timely and constructive evaluations for medical students and residents, in accordance with accrediting agencies.
• Engage in departmental academic activities, including research, conferences, and community outreach.
• Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD/DO trained with board eligibility and progressing toward board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery; fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery with a certificate of added qualification.
• Licensed or able to obtain licensure as a physician in Illinois before starting.
• Board-certified or eligible with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS).
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and commitment to medical education.
• Academic rank and track will depend on experience and qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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