Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon- Clinical Physician

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 380,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to join its expanding Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This clinical faculty position offers a busy, diverse hand and upper extremity practice across our academic medical center and affiliated hospitals.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-volume surgical setting while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the nation's top academic health systems.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery.
• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand subspecialty certification strongly preferred).
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure.
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• High-volume hand surgery practice.
• Predominantly clinical role with direct patient care and operative responsibilities.
• Opportunities to teach and mentor orthopaedic surgery residents and fellows.
• Collaborate with a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary orthopaedic faculty team.
• Access to advanced surgical technology and academic resources.

Skills

Hand surgery

Clinical leadership

Resident education

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD or DO

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center | Dallas, TX

UT Southwestern is the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 12 specialties ranging from brain to heart to cancer care - the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report's annual Best Hospitals rankings in the 2025 report, nine of our specialties ranked in the top 25 in the nation.

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center provides the highest quality care for patients with musculoskeletal problems. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's top hospitals for orthopedics and to be rated "High Performing" for the treatment of hip fractures, which puts us among the country's leading facilities.

Job Summary

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to join its expanding Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This clinical faculty position offers a busy, diverse hand and upper extremity practice across our academic medical center and affiliated hospitals.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-volume surgical practice while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the nation's top academic health systems. This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in a clinically focused academic role.

Position Highlights

• High-volume hand surgery practice


• Predominantly clinical rolewith direct patient care and operative responsibilities


• Opportunities to teach and mentor orthopaedic surgery residents and fellows


• Collaborate with a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary orthopaedic faculty team


• Access to advanced surgical technology and academic resources


• Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center (rank commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution


• Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery


• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand subspecialty certification strongly preferred)


• Eligible for Texas medical licensure


• Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with incentive opportunities


• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME allowance


• Relocation assistance available

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.