Physician - Trauma

Job Description:

The University of Toledo Medical Center (UTMC) and UT Physicians are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join our growing Department of Orthopedic Surgery as an Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. This is an excellent opportunity for a fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeon who values high-quality patient care, academic medicine, and teaching the next generation of surgeons.

This position is based at UTMC, a Level II Trauma Center, where the selected candidate will provide acute orthopedic trauma care in a hospital setting and non-acute and follow-up care in the outpatient clinic. This role offers the stability of an established academic practice combined with the hands-on impact of trauma surgery.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive orthopedic trauma care for patients with musculoskeletal injuries
• Participate in an equitable on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure excellent patient outcomes
• Engage in scholarly activity consistent with academic faculty expectations
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of Orthopedic Surgery residency and Orthopedic Trauma fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery
• Eligible for or able to obtain:
  • Unrestricted Ohio medical license
  • Unrestricted DEA license
• Demonstrated commitment to education, teamwork, and patient-centered care

Communication & Other Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset for working with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage clinical, academic, and research duties
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and healthcare
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a high-functioning academic environment
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA regulations
• Flexible scheduling including evening/weekend hours as necessary

Benefits:

• Retirement Benefits, including two pension plans
  • UTP pension plan with employer contribution.
  • UT Academic pension
• Eligibility for health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage through the University of Toledo
• Paid time off, paid parental and maternity leave
• UT provides a Tuition Fee Waiver Program for Employees and Dependents
• Long Term and Short-Term Disability
• UTP opts out of FICA, reducing the employee's payroll taxes

About Toledo, Ohio:

The city of Toledo is located in NW Ohio near the western point of Lake Erie and along the Maumee River. Being the 4th  largest city in Ohio, Toledo continues to grow as it is home to over 200,000 residents. There is much to see and do as it is home to 19 large metro parks with over 120 miles to bike, walk, and hike along the trails. Downtown Toledo is the hub for entertainment, as you can visit the Toledo Museum of Art, the Toledo Zoo, and the Toledo Symphony Orchestra! The city also partakes in numerous sports activities, from minor league baseball, golfing clubs, and hockey, which can all be found within a few miles of each other.

Toledo continues to be one of the most affordable places to live in the region. There are many different living options, from lofts in downtown to comfortable suburbs and villas. Toledo holds many high-quality schools and universities open for parents and students.

Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation. 

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [email protected] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request. 

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