Orthopedic Surgery Faculty

Orthopedic Surgery Faculty Opportunity

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)

Galveston and South of Houston, Texas

UTMB Health is a billion‑dollar health science center comprised of four schools (the School of Medicine, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Health Professions, and the School of Nursing), three institutes, and over 10 exceptional research centers. UTMB was the first academic health center in Texas and is home to the state’s first schools of medicine, nursing, and allied health sciences.

For 125 years, the university has maintained a forward‑thinking spirit that has enabled it to serve its students, its patients, and the people in Texas and beyond.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation is seeking a highly motivated, Fellowship trained Orthopedic Hand Surgeon with a strong interest in academic medicine to help meet the demands for Orthopedic care throughout our service area just south of Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will join our group of established multi‑subsidiary Orthopedic providers as we expand our clinical presence in the region.

All faculty physicians are expected to participate in resident and fellowship educational training programs as well as pursue scholarly endeavors that promote the advancement of musculoskeletal care. Leadership opportunities are also available within the Department and the Institution.

• MD or D.O. from an accredited medical school.
• Residency training in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training and certification when applicable.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Ability to obtain a valid unrestricted Texas state medical license.

Income Package:
Salary will be commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, experience, and educational background. UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance, and many other potential incentives.

Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas:
Information about living in the South Houston and Galveston service area can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

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UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.