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The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking an orthopaedic trauma surgeon to join our two current fellowship-trained orthopaedic traumatologist at an academic Level I trauma center. This position, with a Lecturer ranking, will work on the Orthopaedic Trauma Service. The person in this position will serve as a Trauma Fellow for 1 year starting August 1, 2023 to July 31, 2024.

Candidates should be board certified or board eligible, and demonstrate excellence in teaching, research activities, and patient care. Primary responsibilities will include patient care, resident and medical student education, and the opportunity for extensive clinical and basic science research and collaboration.

Please include a CV along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

MD, DO or equivalent

Completion of Orthopaedic residency

Unrestricted KY medical license

Board-certified or eligible in orthopaedic surgery

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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