Physician- Department of Orthopaedics, Trauma Surgeon (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

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Job Title:Physician- Department of Orthopaedics, Trauma Surgeon (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Department:

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's Department of Orthopaedics is recruiting a Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon, for our main campus/University Hospital located in Columbus, Ohio. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be employed full-time by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.  Leadership opportunities and resources are available for qualified candidates with ambitions to build academically strong subspecialty divisions and foster the development of a robust program of research and training. Salary is highly competitive, with bonus potential and an excellent benefits package.

Department Overview
The Department of Orthopaedics at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center operates across multiple locations, including the University Hospital, OSU East Hospital, and over 6 ambulatory care location across Central Ohio.  We completed over 13,000 surgical cases in fiscal year 2025.  We have over 50 surgical providers within the Department.  Orthopaedics handles a diverse range of medical issues, from acute fractures to elective joint replacements. 

The Department of Orthopaedics has two residency programs. The Orthopaedic Residency Program which is a five year program, with thirty residents and the Podiatric Residency Program which is a three year program, with six residents.  We also have five fellowships with seven fellows across the fellowships.  All education programs are designed to provide education and experience in the clinical, educational, administrative and research aspects of orthopaedics and podiatry.

Duties and Responsibilities
The orthopaedic surgeon provides licensed medical care in the specialty area of orthopaedic surgery.  Responsibilities include diagnosis, surgery, pre/post surgery care, staff education, collaboration on case management and clinical research.  The orthopaedic surgeon manages complex and sometimes unpredictable situations.  The orthopaedic surgeon must be competent in technical clinical and surgical skills, cognitive and interpersonal skills required to serve those patients receiving the above mentioned services.  The orthopaedic surgeon is expected to practice within the established Medical Center and physician’s standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to the Intensive Caring Value Statements.

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Successful completion of an accredited Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program
• Successful completion of an accredited Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Eligible for an Ohio Medical License               

How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include cover letter, Curriculum Vita and a Philosophy of Teaching Statement.  All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Natalie Kessinger, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, Natalie.Kessinger@osumc.edu.

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