Orthopedic Spine Surgeon—Build a Growing Community Practice

University of California - Irvine Health; Placentia (CA); On-site; USD 570,000 - 645,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Irvine Health seeks a fulltime board certified/board eligible surgeon with spine surgery expertise. The role focuses on developing an elective spine surgical practice across UCI Health community sites and providing coverage for general orthopedic and spine surgery calls.

The candidate should have an MD/DO, fellowship training, California licensure eligibility, and active DEA certification. UCI Health offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess an MD/DO degree.
• Fellowship completed.
• Board-certified or eligible.
• Eligible for California licensure.
• Active DEA certification.
• Experience with quality improvement to improve patient outcomes.
• Ability to lead and work within a team of physicians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent clinical care in orthopedic spine surgery.
• Cover orthopedic spine surgery at UCI Health community sites.
• Develop and expand an elective surgical practice.
• Collaborate with faculty, residents, fellows, staff, and peers to maintain a team-based approach to patient care.
• Adhere to departmental policies and UC-wide procedures and ensure patient confidentiality.

Skills

Leadership skills

Quality improvement

Team-based care

Communication skills

Policy compliance

Confidentiality

DEA certification

Orthopedic spine experience

Education

MD/DO

Job description

University of California - Irvine Health seeks a fulltime board certified/board eligible surgeon with spine surgery expertise. The role focuses on developing an elective spine surgical practice across UCI Health community sites and providing coverage for general orthopedic and spine surgery calls.

The candidate should have an MD/DO, fellowship training, California licensure eligibility, and active DEA certification. UCI Health offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.