Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon-Open Rank w/ UofL Health/UofL Department of Orthopedic Surgery
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Listed
- 4 days ago
About the role
Primary Location: UofL Hospital
Address: 530 S Jackson St Louisville, KY 40202
Job Description Summary
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
About the role
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Louisville Medical Center is seeking a full-time BE/BC fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Trauma surgeon with a focus in high energy trauma. The division currently includes four full-time Orthopaedic Trauma surgeons and three Advanced Practice Providers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a regional referral center with a Level 1 Trauma program.
The qualified candidate will be a full-time faculty member of the University of Louisville Medical Center and hold an academic rank within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at University of Louisville School of Medicine.
What we're seeking
- Medical degree - MD
- BE/BC in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma surgery required, focus in high energy periarticular fractures including pelvis and acetabulum.
- Excellent patient care abilities and interest in teaching
- Active participation in clinical research, including leading projects with residents and fellows.
- Participation in the adult orthopaedic trauma call coverage schedule at Level 1 Trauma hospital
- Participation and experience in OTA regional and national meetings
- Holds or qualifies for licensure to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
- Previous NIH/DoD grant experience preferred
What we offer
- Outstanding academic orthopaedic residency program
- Highly collaborative culture
- Interaction with dynamic clinicians across departments and participation in innovative educational approaches
- Opportunity to collaborate in orthopaedic related research
- Faculty rank commensurate with experience
- Competitive salary and generous benefits
Physician provides assessment, management and outcome evaluation for patients' outpatient settings. Educates patients, families and staff.
Essential Functions
- Assesses the physical status of clients through interview, health history and physical examination and both inpatient and outpatient services.
- Formulates treatment plans for health problems and follow-ups.
- Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests and routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures.
- Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
- Shares clinical expertise with personnel.
- Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely manner.
Other Functions
- Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Education
- Medical Doctorate degree
Experience
- Epic EMR experience is preferred.
- Strong computer and keyboarding skills
Licensure
- Physician license for state of Kentucky
Certification
- ACLS/BLS Certification
From UofL Health's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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