Physician-Orthopaedic Surgery-UHMG-89271

University Hospitals Pain Management; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic medical center seeks a dedicated Physician in Orthopaedic Surgery to provide exceptional patient care. This role involves managing direct medical evaluations, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing treatments for a diverse patient population. The position offers opportunities for academic appointments at various levels, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling career. The vibrant Cleveland area provides a rich cultural environment, making it an ideal place for both personal and professional growth. Join a team committed to excellence in healthcare and education, and make a significant impact in the lives of patients.

Qualifications

• Manage direct medical evaluation and care for patients.
• Supervise medical students and residents in specialty activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including examinations and treatments.
• Coordinate patient care activities and manage medical programs.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Evaluation

Diagnosis

Pharmaceuticals Prescription

Supervision and Training

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Board Certification

Job description

Description

Position Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Position Type: Physician
Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery

Every day, for more than 150 years, the physicians of University Hospitals have renewed a promise to meet our patients' healthcare needs. Our talented team is integral to our rich history of success and critical to our future in a dynamic environment. As stewards of the UH legacy for excellence in patient care, our physicians are guided by an unwavering commitment to our mission: To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is seeking a Physician to continue our excellent patient care. Appointment levels available include Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or full Professor, commensurate with experience.

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is among the nation's leading academic medical centers. Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is a leader in medical research and education.

What Cleveland Has to Offer:

The Greater Cleveland Area is home to 2.8 million people and offers a wide variety of communities. Cleveland boasts a wealth of cultural resources, entertainment options, and leisure activities, including a vibrant Lake Erie shoreline and Metro Parks system. The parks are connected by the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, with an additional 33,000 acres, 100 miles of trails, and camping sites. The Playhouse Square theatre district hosts over 1,000 events annually across nine theatres, making it the country's largest performing arts center outside of New York City. Cleveland also features the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra, outstanding museums such as the Cleveland Museum of Art and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, numerous music venues, and professional sports teams (Browns, Cavaliers, Guardians, and Monsters). For more information, see our Northeast Ohio Relocation guide.

Academic appointment, rank, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and primary board certification. Compensation is highly competitive.

A Brief Overview

Provides and manages direct medical evaluation, diagnosis, procedures, and care for patients within a recognized area of practice or for a specific patient population.

What You Will Do

• Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for a specified patient population.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals, medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Refer patients to specialists and relevant care components as needed.
• Train and supervise medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
• Manage the daily operations of a specific medical program, patient care unit, or research function, if applicable.
• Coordinate patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
• Follow departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, including continuous quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Participate in health promotion, education, and prevention programs as appropriate.
• Maintain departmental productivity thresholds.
• Maintain faculty status in good standing with the CWRU SOM, if applicable.
• Adhere to core physician obligations outlined in the Physician Policy Manual.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Refer to departmental documentation during orientation for specific duties and responsibilities.
• Abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI), including annual training, the UH Code of Conduct, and UH policies and procedures regarding PHI use.