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The Musculoskeletal Division of Orthopedics at the University of Minnesota seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon fellowship in Oncology at the rank of Associate/Full Professor rank on the academic track.

This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota (UMN) and University of Minnesota Physicians (UMP). Applicants should also complete an application for this position with the University of Minnesota. The corresponding job opening can be found here.

Click here for a brochure that provides a comprehensive overview of the Orthopedic Oncology Surgeon faculty opportunity at the University of Minnesota Medical School. It outlines the position's scope, required qualifications, departmental mission, and the university's broader ecosystem of interdisciplinary collaboration, research, and clinical excellence. We invite qualified candidates to review this information in detail and consider joining our team of nationally recognized leaders in orthopedic surgery.

About the Position:

• The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Minnesota is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE with 0.8 cFTE clinical time), board-certified or board-eligible academic orthopedic surgeon with an interest in oncology. The preferred candidate will have fellowship training in Orthopedic Oncology and will be hired at the rank of Associate or Professor on the Clinician or Academic track.
• This surgeon will work in the M Health Fairview healthcare system on the University of Minnesota Campus with a multidisciplinary team (surgeons, pediatric and adult oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, research scientists) focused on musculoskeletal tumors, attracting patients from large catchment regions.
• M Health Fairview Musculoskeletal care brings multiple specialists together to blend the best in conservative and surgical treatment for bone, muscle, and joint problems. These include: General and Subspecialty Orthopedic Surgeons, Orthopedic Advanced Practice Providers, Podiatrists, Pain Management Providers, Neurosurgeons, Medical Spine (PM&R), Athletic Trainers, and Physical, and Occupational Therapists.
• This position is part of a team of 26 orthopedic surgeons within M Health Fairview and 87 within the University of Minnesota Department of Orthopedic Surgery.

Responsibilities:

• Patient care at M Health Fairview sites, including call at a Level 3 or 4 Trauma Center.
• Pursuit of academic scholarship.
• Pursuit of educational and outcome-driven goals championed by the service line goals, system goals, and the individual's own areas of interest.
• Pursuit of leadership positions in organizations and academic societies.

• Graduate of an accredited ACGME Orthopedic Surgery residency and/or fellowship training program.
• Experienced clinician with sound judgement and technical expertise.
• Commitment to academic scholarship.
• Significant record of academic/scholarly activity, including first-authored publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Education-focused (students, resident, fellows) and a creative problem-solver
• Noted engagement/leadership in teaching activities with one or more populations of medical learners (medical students, residents, fellows)
• Demonstrated leadership ability through involvement in committee work in department/practice and/or involvement in local, national, and international organizations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional collaboration abilities with partners and staff.
• Board eligible/certified.
• Licensed or ability to acquire Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensure, and DEA certification in the State of Minnesota.
• Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges.
• Ability to receive work authorization in the United States from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and maintain legal status according to the requirements of VISA category while in the United States.

To learn more about the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, please visit: med.umn.edu/Ortho.

About the Medical School:

Committed to innovation and diversity, the Medical School educates physicians, scientists, and health professionals; generates knowledge and treatments; and cares for patients and communities with compassion and respect. We value excellence, inclusiveness, collaboration, and discovery.

The mission of the regional campus located in Duluth is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. In partnership with CentraCare, the regional campus in St. Cloud offers a wide range of patient experiences throughout students' education in Greater Minnesota and prepares them to become exceptional clinicians and leaders for rural and immigrant populations

Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota Medical School has three campuses. A four-year MD program and the MD/PhD program are located on the Twin Cities campus in addition to MD programs at regional campuses in Duluth and St. Cloud.

Pay Range: This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $52,713. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. The total salary range would be $500,000 or more. Total salary is competitive with the market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota Physicians.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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