Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

UI Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Chicago is seeking an Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to provide patient care and education. The role includes direct patient care, supervision of residents, and participation in academic functions. Candidates must have an MD/DO and fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Leave

Tuition Waivers

Qualifications

• Board eligibility progressing to board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Currently licensed as a physician in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care focusing on Orthopaedic Hand conditions.
• Supervision and training of residents and medical students.
• Engage in academic functions, including research and community outreach.

Skills

Teaching

Patient Care

Surgery

Education

MD/DO

Fellowship in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery

Job description

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Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon- Orthopaedics

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 produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

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. In conjunction with the role of a practicing physician in clinical settings, faculty will provide direct and observational teaching to residents and medical students, while fostering the development of future leaders in Orthopaedic care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct patient care focusing on Orthopaedic Hand conditions, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Supervision, instruction, and training of residents and medical/podiatry students in both clinical and surgical settings.
• Development and enhancement of the Orthopaedic Hand curriculum to ensure comprehensive education for trainees.
• Participation in outpatient clinics within Ambulatory settings, performing inpatient procedures, and conducting hospital rounds for Orthopaedic Hand patients.
• Provide timely and constructive evaluations for medical student and resident performances, as mandated by associated accrediting agencies.
• Engage actively in the academic functions of the department, including research initiatives, conferences, and community outreach.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be MD/DO trained with board eligibility progressing to board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery; with fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery progressing to a certificate of added qualification in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery.
• Must be currently licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois, or able to obtain a license in advance of starting the position.
• Board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and commitment to medical education.
• Academic rank and track will be based on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Applicants must be MD/DO trained with board eligibility progressing to board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery; with fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery progressing to a certificate of added qualification in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery.
• Must be currently licensed as a physician in the State of Illinois, or able to obtain a license in advance of starting the position.
• Board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and commitment to medical education.
• Academic rank and track will be based on the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.

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