Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 31-Aug-23
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: A-112317-14
General Description
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is seeking an experienced board certified/board eligible Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to work as a contributing member of our trauma team. All candidates must have completed a fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma, have an interest in developing a robust clinical practice, contribute to research endeavors within the division and department, and participate in our resident and medical student education program. This position is primarily based at This position is primarily based at our Johns Hopkins Hospital, East Baltimore Campus in Baltimore, MD and will include coverage at Johns Hopkins Bayview Hospital and various other locations and ambulatory surgery centers.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to patient care and enthusiasm for creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We highly value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds because our tripartite mission is to deliver quality, compassionate patient care, advance the field of Orthopedics through research, and train the next generation of health experts.
Johns Hopkins is Maryland's largest private employer, and America's first research institution! We offer a multitude of unique and varied career options that are anything but "academic." Our employees serve in areas as diverse as individualized health, the science of learning, big data, the fate of our urban centers, the challenges of water scarcity, space and cosmology, global health, and so much more.
At Johns Hopkins, you can work with the best and explore ideas that interest you. Here you will find people who inspire and challenge you, and make discoveries that change your life and the world. The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine consistently ranks among the nation's very best in education. Using the latest tools and teachings available to scientists and doctors, we are proud to be a community of healers, caregivers, discoverers and inventors.
Examples of Work Performed:
The candidate will provide medical services in both the inpatient and outpatient environments. Clinical responsibilities include actively participating in continued growth of the orthopedic trauma programs at the JHU SOM in the Baltimore/Washington area. Teaching responsibilities include participating in the education of orthopaedic surgery residents and medical students. Research responsibilities include actively pursuing and participating in research activities as well as mentoring residents and other faculty in research endeavors. Will be required to take orthopaedic trauma call at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.
Salary and Benefits:
Johns Hopkins University provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. This is a full time position eligible for a full benefits package. Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with the level of expertise and academic credentials.
Johns Hopkins is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees prior to their employment.
You may review benefits for faculty here: https://hr.jhu.edu/working-here/
Diversity and Inclusion:
Johns Hopkins University and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery are committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. We are committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
You may learn more about our commitment to diversity here: https://diversity.jhu.edu/
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Medicine
- Board certified/board eligible orthopaedic surgeon.
- Must be eligible for licensure in the state of Maryland
- Must be fellowship trained in orthopaedic trauma surgery.
- Able to obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
- Physician must meet all qualifications to participate in Johns Hopkins programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work well independently to build clinical practice.
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership skills highly desirable.
- Strong interest in resident and medical student education
- Background in research
Application Instructions
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY. Resumes submitted without the electronic application will not be considered. Please do not submit any of your application materials (via email) to the job posting contact. Review of applications will begin now, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding completing the online application should be directed to: Oliva Meadowcroft, HR Business Partner, omeadow1@jhu.edu.
Required Application Materials:
When applying applicants must include:
- A cover letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications;
- A current CV or resume;
- 3 References to include: name, title, organization, telephone numbers, email address. *Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process.
