Orthopedics - Hand Surgery Physician

Korn Ferry; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa seeks a faculty member in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, offering a collaborative environment and opportunities for academic advancement. Join a top-tier medical institution with a focus on growth and clinical excellence. Competitive salary and relocation assistance provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus negotiable

Full benefits including CME support

Qualifications

• Specialization in Orthopedic Hand Surgery required.
• Experience in microsurgery and upper extremity conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for complex hand and wrist conditions.
• Collaborate with specialists in various orthopedic fields.

Skills

Microsurgery

Hand and wrist reconstruction

Tendon and ligament repairs

Arthroscopy

Research

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

The University of Iowa Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation is seeking a faculty member specializing in Orthopedic Hand Surgery. Appointment rank may be at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level and may align with the clinical (non-tenure), or tenure tracks, depending on clinical experience and academic interests.

Opportunity Overview: Join an accomplished and collaborative team of over 50 faculty members, including 25 practicing surgeons, within a closed-staff academic practice at a top-tier medical institution. This is an exciting time to join the department as it moves to a brand new, state-of-the-art Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in North Liberty- IA- a major initiative focused on growth and market expansion.

The Division of Hand Surgery provides comprehensive care for routine, complex and rare upper extremity conditions, with particular expertise in:

• Microsurgery and peripheral nerve surgery

• Hand and wrist reconstruction and replantation

• Tendon and ligament repairs

• Arthroscopy, arthroplpasty, and fusion of the wrist

• Brachial plexus and nerve compression syndromes

• Congenital conditions and trauma reconstruction

This opportunity offers access to cutting-edge technology, high case volumes, academic and research freedom, residents and fellows integrated into the practice and a faculty culture energized by growth and clinical excellence.

Position Highlights:

• Work at a premier academic medical center: University of Iowa Health Care, consistently ranked among the nation's best.

• Join a nationally recognized orthopedic department with senior leaders recognized for national leadership.

• Contribute to a practice poised for expansion at a new, specialized hospital in North Liberty, purpose-built for orthopedic excellence.

• Collaborate with specialists in PM&R, research, sports medicine and pediatric orthopedics, including four current pediatric orthopedic surgeons.

• Opportunities for academic and career advancement including clinical, translational and basic research, other forms of scholarship and engagement in national organizations.

• Flexibility for clinical vs. academic balance depending on candidate interests.

Compensation and Support:

• Competitive base salary with WRVU-based incentives (details determined by appointment track and rank).

• Comprehensive relocation assistance.

• Sign-on bonus negotiable.

• Full benefits including CME support, retirement contributions, and malpractice coverage.