Orthopedic Surgeon - Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Florida Atlantic University; Only (TN); On-site; USD 300,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University’s FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine seeks a dynamic Orthopedic Surgeon to join our clinical faculty at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor.

The appointee will diagnose, treat, and surgically manage musculoskeletal disorders and injuries while delivering compassionate care within the Florida Atlantic Medical Group. The role emphasizes teaching, mentorship, and scholarly activity in a thriving community-based medical school.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Florida medical license, or ability to obtain one, and ABMS Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic teaching, scholarship, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic care, including evaluation and management of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Manage acute and chronic orthopedic conditions using evidence-based approaches.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and coordinated care.
• Participate in hospital and community-based outreach programs to expand access to orthopedic care.
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, or public health initiatives related to orthopedic surgery.
• Share scholarly efforts through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications.

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Position Summary

The FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine seeks a dynamic and collaborative Orthopedic Surgeon to join our clinical faculty at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor. The successful candidate will be a highly skilled and specialized physician responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. This position provides an opportunity to deliver compassionate care within the Florida Atlantic Medical Group with a strong emphasis on serving broad-based patient populations and engaging in teaching, mentorship, and scholarly activities in a thriving community-based medical school setting.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive orthopedic care, including evaluation and management of musculoskeletal conditions involving bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic orthopedic surgical procedures.
• Manage acute and chronic orthopedic conditions using evidence‑based approaches.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and coordinated care.
• Participate in hospital and community-based outreach programs to expand access to orthopedic and musculoskeletal care.

Research & Scholarship

• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, or public health initiatives related to orthopedic surgery.
• Share scholarly efforts through conference presentations and peer‑reviewed publications.

Service & Community Engagement

• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
• Collaborate with local agencies and community organizations to improve orthopedic healthcare delivery and outcomes.
• Contribute to institutional initiatives aimed at advancing clinical care and community education.

Academic Teaching & Mentorship

As this is a primarily clinical position, teaching and mentorship are not requirements at this time, however, there may be future opportunities to:

• Provide high‑quality teaching to medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical and didactic settings.
• Mentor learners in patient care, clinical reasoning, research methodology, and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum development with emphasis on evidence‑based practice and orthopedic healthcare.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution and credentials that merit appointment at the rank of assistant professor or higher.
• A Florida medical license, or the ability to obtain one, and ABMS Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic teaching, scholarship, and community engagement.

Preferred Competencies

• Evidence of multidisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration.

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Location

Clinical—Off Campus Location (COM use only)