Orthopaedic Total Joint Reconstruction Surgeon - Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview:

The appointee shall provide services in furtherance of the OHSU Health missions and goals of excellent patient care, outreach and public service. This position will be located primarily at the OHSU Health Adventist Health Portland location. The duties of this position include: The Physician/Surgeon is expected to actively participate in patient care and administrative programs of the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, with an emphasis on total joint reconstruction surgery and general orthopaedics. The position actively participates in all aspects of the clinical care of patients as outlined by the Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation. There are additional selective opportunities for participation in Departmental education initiatives with students, residents and fellows. There are selective opportunities for participation in Departmental clinical trial research.

Function/Duties of Position:

As a member of the Department of Orthopaedics responsibilities and duties are outlined as follows:   

• The Department Chair and clinical director will work with you to develop your clinical and operative schedule. Your duties will include inpatient, outpatient and surgical service activities for general orthopedic surgical services at Adventist Health Portland, with a specialty focus in your area of interest as agreed with the Department Chair. Call: This position will be expected to take call, as assigned, with other faculty on nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Education. Since OHSU is a teaching facility, teaching medical students and residents in the clinical setting as well as through assigned lectures to be given during the course of the year is required. Teaching assignments will be given from the Director of Education.
• Research. There are resources available for start-up research and on-going support.
• Administration. Administrative and other duties may be assigned based on Department needs and areas of expertise and interest. There will be opportunities to participate in Departmental management and to serve on institutional committees.

Required Qualifications:

• M.D. or equivalent degree/training; completion of an Orthopaedic Surgery Residency; completion of a Total Joint Reconstruction Fellowship.
• Must be Board Certified, or reach Board Certification approval within one year of hire.

All are welcome:Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.