Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon (Assistant or Associate Professor) - SMS3500

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is seeking a qualified Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon (Assistant or Associate Professor) to teach medical students, conduct research, and provide care in Springfield, IL. The role involves teaching orthopaedic surgery, inspiring future practitioners, and engaging actively in research to advance the field.

Benefits

Paid time off including 12 holidays annually

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• MD License: Able to be licensed in the State of Illinois.
• Fellowship trained in Pediatric Orthopaedics.
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction in orthopaedics and rehabilitation.
• Participate in clinical research for pediatric orthopaedics.
• Supervise multi-disciplinary clinics for pediatric orthopaedics.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical Care

Research

Sensitivity to underrepresented minorities

Education

MD License in Illinois

Fellowship trained in Pediatric Orthopaedics

Job description

Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon (Assistant or Associate Professor) - SMS3500

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Description

This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of orthopaedic surgery to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals, providing orthopaedic and rehabilitation care to patients in central and southern Illinois and promote research and scholarly activity within the Division.

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location : Springfield, IL

Job Type: Faculty

Job Number: N937868

Department: Surgery-SMS

Division: Orthopaedic Surgery

Opening Date: 02/23/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Shift: Days

ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt

Description

This is an academic position in the practice and teaching of orthopaedic surgery to medical students, residents, and allied health professionals, providing orthopaedic and rehabilitation care to patients in central and southern Illinois and promote research and scholarly activity within the Division.

Examples of Duties

I. Administration 10%

This individual will perform administrative duties as requested by the Chairman of the Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation.

II. Teaching 15%A. Participate in the development and implementation of specific undergraduate

curricula in orthopaedics and rehabilitation, specifically the Orthopaedic Residency Surgical Simulation curriculum

B. Participate directly in orthopaedics and rehabilitation residency training.

C. Participate in and conduct continuing education programs in orthopaedics and rehabilitation within the clinical faculty, community physicians and allied health professionals.

D. Provide a role model as a teacher in orthopaedics and rehabilitation, pediatric orthopaedic surgery.

III. Research 15%A. Stimulate and initiate clinical research efforts in the areas of pediatric Orthopaedics.

B. Seek extra and intramural grant support

C. Provide a role model as an investigator and medical writer.

IV. Service 60%A. Assist in the coordination of multiple disciplinary clinics for the care of pediatric orthopaedics injured people.

B. Set an example of highly skilled and conscientious practice of orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation that is balanced with self education and other academic activities as an example to future practitioners in orthopaedics and rehabilitation.

C. Maintain an orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation practice in order to maintain clinical proficiency.

D. Participate on Orthopaedic call schedule

E. Provide a role model as practitioner for faculty, house staff, students and fellow practitioners.

F. Participate in peer review for assessing clinical practice for faculty within the Division.

G. Represent the Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation in regional, state and national matters pertaining to the field of orthopaedics and rehabilitation.

H. Attend national meetings, symposia, etc., in orthopaedics and rehabilitation and related fields for the purpose of contribution, gaining of further knowledge and as an example to other physicians.

I. Present papers at meetings of orthopaedics and rehabilitation and other related fields.

J. Serve on committees in national, regional and state societies pertaining to orthopaedics and rehabilitation.

K. Represent the Department of Surgery or the Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation or both on committees as requested by the Chairman of the Department or the Chairman of the Division of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
• MD License: Able to be licensed in the State of Illinois.
• Fellowship trained in Pediatric Orthopaedics.
• Alternate Education path Board-eligible or Board Certified in Orthopaedics
  
  

Supplemental Information

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL. This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the

"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.

Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

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