Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon; Faculty Physician; Assistant​/Associate Professor- St. Paul

About the Job

Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon—University of Minnesota.

Physician Faculty Position at Regions Hospital. Level: Assistant or Associate (depending on credentials).

Location:

Saint Paul, Minnesota.

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Minnesota is seeking a full-time orthopedic surgeon with expertise and training in Trauma and Fracture Care. Candidates must be board‑certified or board‑eligible in orthopedic surgery, eligible for Minnesota State licensure, and must have completed an orthopaedic trauma fellowship in good standing.

The role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota (UMN) and University of Minnesota Physicians (UMP).

• Full‑time (1.0 cTE with 0.8 clinical time), board‑certified or board‑eligible academic orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in Trauma Surgery.
• Work at Regions Hospital Level I Trauma Center, partner with the Trauma Research Laboratory, Ortho Trauma PA Team, and teach Residents and Fellows.
• Health Partners Musculoskeletal Care brings multiple specialists together:
  General and Subspecialty Orthopedic Surgeons, Podiatrists, Pain Management Providers, Trauma Surgeons, Neurosurgeons, Medical Spine (PM&R), Athletic Trainers, and Physical and Occupational Therapists.
• Become part of an intimate team of 10 orthopedic surgeons at Regions Hospital dedicated to exceptional patient care, fracture expertise, and training, and join a department of over 40 within the UMN Department of Orthopedic Surgery.
• Work with residents, fellows, medical students, and have access to the Ortho Trauma Research Lab and a robust Advanced Practice Provider Trauma Team.
• The Regions Trauma Team expects each member to be highly collegial, hardworking, and to contribute to the academic mission while providing exceptional care. The team upholds the highest standards of care and training within a highly supportive health system, Health Partners, with a 20+ year relationship.

• Graduate of an accredited ACGME Orthopedic Surgery residency and trauma fellowship training program.
• Reliable clinician with sound judgement and technical expertise.
• Understands and places importance on patient care/service.
• Detail oriented and self‑motivated.
• Education‑focused and a creative problem‑solver.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional collaboration abilities with partners and staff.
• Board eligible or certified; licensed or able to obtain and maintain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice licensure and DEA certification in Minnesota.
• Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.
• Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from USCIS and maintain legal status under applicable VISA category while in the U.S.

The position is dually employed by UMN and UMP. Salary at UMN depends on academic effort and begins at $52,713. Clinical salary is provided through UMP and is competitive with AAMC benchmarks. The role is 100% time appointment and is categorized as Faculty and P&A Staff.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health‑care and dependent‑care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. Click the Apply button, complete the online application, and attach a cover letter and résumé. Additional documents may be uploaded later via your "My Job Applications" page. The position will remain open until filled.

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