Orthopedic Surgeon (Open Rank)

Orthopedic Surgeon (Open Rank)

Job Class Code: 10021

FLSA: Exempt

Posting Number: FRGV2016

Location: McAllen, Texas

Division/Organization: Division of Health Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position: 1 year

Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track

FTE: 1.0

Scope of Job:

The UTRGV SOM seeks a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to expand our specialty practice and be Core Faculty in a developing Orthopedic Residency. Candidates with Orthopedic fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/ Joint Replacement, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle or Sports Medicine are preferred.

As a Core Faculty member, selected candidate will participate in direct patient care, scholarly activity, faculty development, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives, prepare and provide didactics, participate in the evaluation of the residents & the program, and prepare for and participate in ACGME and other accreditation and non-accreditation site visits. As faculty, they will also administer and maintain a professional educational environment conducive to educating residents in each of the ACGME competencies and in assisting them to reach their individual Milestones. Academic rank and title will be awarded commensurate with academic qualifications and certification.

Minimum Qualifications:

MD degree with Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery (American Board of Orthopedic Surgery) and/or specialty. Must possess or be eligible for a Texas Medical license and qualified to hold a faculty appointment in the Surgery integrated service unit.

Preferred Qualification:

Experience in a GME Accredited Residency or Fellowship Program. Candidates with Orthopedic fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/ Joint Replacement, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle or Sports Medicine are preferred.

Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

License or Certification Required?: Yes

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 10/01/2026