MD, DO or equivalent

Completion of Orthopaedic residency

Unrestricted KY medical license

Board-certified or eligible in orthopaedic surgery

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.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.