Orthopaedic Arthroplasty Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

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Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors are transforming the world of medicine every day. With world-class research, teaching, and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Arthroplasty Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our dynamic and collaborative team as an Assistant Professor. This position offers the opportunity to advance the field through clinical excellence, innovative research, and teaching the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. The successful candidate will contribute to the Department’s mission of delivering exceptional patient care, education, and research in a collegial academic environment, with a primary clinical focus on adult reconstruction/arthroplasty.

Essential Functions

• Provide expert clinical and surgical care in orthopaedic adult reconstruction, including evaluation, diagnosis, and management of hip and knee arthritis, deformity, and revision indications across a varied patient population.
• Perform primary and revision total joint arthroplasty procedures of the hip and knee, including perioperative optimization and longitudinal postoperative care; participate in general orthopaedic call coverage as assigned.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, contributing to the academic mission through formal instruction, operative teaching, and clinical supervision.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including clinical outcomes, quality improvement, or translational research in adult reconstruction, with an expectation to contribute to publications, presentations, and potential grant or clinical trial funding.
• Participate in departmental collaboration, supporting strategic initiatives, arthroplasty program development, and multidisciplinary care coordination within the academic medical center.

Minimum Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or foreign equivalent.
• Active and unrestricted Ohio State Medical License.
• Completion of a 5-yearACGME-accredited (or equivalent) Orthopaedic Surgery residency.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Ohio.
• 1- year Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Arthroplasty.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Board eligible/Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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