Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 16,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Academic Orthopedic Spine Surgeon- Worcester, MA

UMass Memorial Health / UMass Chan Medical School - Worcester, MA

The Department of Orthopedics and Physical Rehabilitation at UMass Chan Medical School is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon to join our growing team.

Position Highlights

• Join a multidisciplinary team including orthopedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, physiatrists, and anesthesiologists
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated spine procedure room and Level 1 trauma center
• Shared spine call with orthopedic and neurosurgical teams
• Active involvement in resident education
• Significant clinical and basic science research opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, with productivity incentives
• Academic appointment available, based on experience and qualifications
• Supportive, collegial academic environment that values diversity and inclusion

This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized program at a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship-trained in Spine Surgery.
• Eligible for licensure in Massachusetts.
• Commitment to academic medicine and clinical excellence.

Why UMass:

• Centrally located in Massachusetts, UMass is the premier health care system in the region, noted for our academic excellence and leading cutting-edge research.
• All the physicians in the department are dual employed as clinicians in the UMass Memorial Health and faculty members in the UMass Chan Medical School. As such, we serve as the bridge between both institutions, working collaboratively as physicians and researchers from different specialties and areas of expertise.
• All of us are continuously learning, therefore we prioritize physician professional development to invest in the growth of our doctors.
• As a Lean organization, UMass Memorial Health is committed to constant innovation.
• Each one of us contributes to shaping a culture that promotes kindness, respect, tolerance, partnerships and inclusivity.

How to apply:

Should you have any questions regarding the position or any complications submitting an application with us, please reach out to Carmen Sanderson, In-House Physician Recruiter at Carmen.Sanderson@umassmemorial.org.

Standards Of Respect
We are committed to fostering and embracing a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Creating a diverse environment of professors and clinicians who offer unique insights and perspectives as we teach the next generation of physicians is critical to our mission. We are engaged in multiple initiatives with UMass Chan Medical School and with UMass Memorial Health to expand the diversity within our Medical Group in the spirit of inclusivity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.