Job Information
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Orthopedic Surgeon (Open Rank) in McAllen, Texas
Title Information
Faculty TitleAssistant Professor
Job Class Code10031
FLSAExempt
Position Information
Posting NumberFRGV1628
Working TitleOrthopedic Surgeon (Open Rank)
Number of Vacancies1
LocationMcAllen, Texas
Division/OrganizationDivision of Health Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position1 year
Tenure StatusNon Tenure Track
FTE1.0
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 Spine, 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
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a GME Accredited Residency or Fellowship Program. Candidates with Orthopedic fellowship training in Spine, Adult Reconstruction/ Joint Replacement, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle or Sports Medicine are preferred.
License or Certification Required?Yes
Salary
Desired Start Date11/06/2023
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date08/31/2023
Close Date
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may
require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is
performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive
and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
ยง51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of
Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least
135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement
Program ( ORP ) instead of TRS , subject to the position being 40 hours per week
and at least 135 days in length.
Special Instructions to Applicants
The above statements do not supersede or replace any statements made in the UTRGV Handbook of Operating Procedures or elsewhere which prescribe the role, responsibilities, duties and skills of personnel assigned to this job title, nor are they intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel assigned to this job title. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this job title. Administration / management retain the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Please Note
Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to
demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based
test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of
English as a Foreign Language ( TOEFL ) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the
International English Language Testing System ( IELTS ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/41796
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
List of 3 References
Optional Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
Certifications and Licenses
Letter of Interest
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