Chief of Adult Reconstruction, Orthopaedic Surgery

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Opportunity
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation at the University of Texas Medical Branch invites applications and nominations for the position of Chief of Adult Reconstruction (Academic Rank of Associate Professor or Professor). This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished orthopedic surgeon and academic leader to guide the continued growth and development of a premier Adult Reconstruction program within a historic and nationally recognized academic medical center.
The successful candidate will be an outstanding clinician, educator, researcher, and leader with a demonstrated commitment to advancing the field of hip and knee arthroplasty. The Chief will have the opportunity to shape the strategic vision of the Adult Reconstruction at UTMB, recruit and mentor faculty, expand clinical services, advance innovative research, and develop educational programs that distinguish our department nationally.
This position is particularly well suited for an individual who is ready to move beyond an outstanding personal clinical practice and assume a broader role in building programs, developing people, and defining the future of Adult Reconstruction.

Leadership Opportunity
The Chief of Adult Reconstruction will work closely with the Chair of Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation and departmental and institutional leadership to establish and execute a strategic vision for the division. Key priorities will include:

• Building a modern, efficient Adult Reconstruction service that is patient-focused and collaborative with other services through the entire episode of care
• Expanding the clinical program to meet the growing needs of the region while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, efficiency, and patient experience.
• Providing leadership to establish clinical, academic, and educational priorities.
• Building a collaborative, high-performing team of faculty, advanced practice providers, residents, and staff.
• Developing a nationally recognized referral center for complex primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty.
• Recruiting and developing outstanding faculty with complementary clinical and academic expertise into future national leaders in arthroplasty.
• Advancing clinical, translational, and/or basic science research in areas such as arthroplasty outcomes, implant technology, robotics, navigation, infection, revision surgery, optimization of the arthroplasty patient, and value-based care.
• Building fertile ground for successful launch of an Adult Reconstruction fellowship within the UTMB system.

Clinical Excellence
The ideal candidate will be an exceptionally skilled hip and knee arthroplasty surgeon with a reputation for clinical excellence, efficiency, and outstanding patient care. Expertise in complex primary and revision arthroplasty is valuable.
The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice, thoughtful patient selection, multidisciplinary care, and continuous improvement.

Academic and Research Vision
As an academic medical center, UTMB is committed to creating an environment in which clinical excellence and innovation are mutually reinforcing. The highest levels of professionalism are expected from team members.
The Chief will be expected to develop and articulate a compelling academic vision for Adult Reconstruction. This may include expanding externally funded research, building prospective clinical databases and registries, and creating opportunities for faculty and trainees to participate in meaningful scholarly work.
We are particularly interested in candidates who can identify emerging opportunities in Adult Reconstruction and translate them into programmatic initiatives that improve patient outcomes and advance the field.

A Defining Leadership Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join UTMB at an exciting point in its evolution and to help define what Adult Reconstruction will look like for the next decade and beyond.
We are looking for more than a highly accomplished arthroplasty surgeon. We are looking for an individual who sees the opportunity to build something exceptional ---a program recognized for outstanding patient care, innovative research, transformative education, and the development of future leaders in orthopedics.
The successful candidate will have the institutional partnership, and resources to translate that vision into reality.

Interested candidates and nominations may be directed to Joshua Gary, MD c/o Aaron Quintanilla ).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Education is central to the mission of UTMB. The Chief will play a major role in shaping the next generation of orthopedic surgeons.
Responsibilities will include mentorship of faculty, residents, fellows, and medical students; development of innovative surgical education; and creation of an enriching environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, collaboration, professionalism, and lifelong learning.
The successful candidate should have a demonstrated record of mentorship and a genuine interest in developing future leaders in Adult Reconstruction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction/Adult Reconstructive Surgery.
• Substantial experience in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty.
• A strong record of clinical excellence.
• Demonstrated academic productivity through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, research, and/or other scholarly accomplishments.
• A commitment to graduate medical education.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in Texas.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will bring entrepreneurial energy, emotional intelligence, a collaborative leadership style, and a forward-thinking approach, together with the clinical credibility necessary to lead a major Adult Reconstruction program.

What We Offer
UTMB offers the successful candidate an unusual combination of clinical opportunity, academic resources, institutional support, and leadership potential.
The Chief will have access to:

• A strong and growing clinical referral base.
• An outstanding multidisciplinary academic environment.
• Opportunities to recruit and build a high-performing Adult Reconstruction team.
• Strong institutional and departmental research infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration and growth.
• Dedicated resident education program with support to build a fellowship program.
• Institutional resources to support clinical innovation, quality improvement, and program development.
• Opportunities for national and international leadership.
• A culture that values collegiality, collaboration, innovation, and professionalism.

SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.