The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery within the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego (http://ortho.ucsd.edu) is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Spine Surgeon to join our team.

UC San Diego Health is a leading academic medical center with a strong reputation for excellence in patient care, research, and education. Our Orthopedic Surgery department is a national leader in spine surgery, with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and patient safety. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development

As a leading academic medical center, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care, advancing the field of spine surgery through innovative research and education, and educating the next generation of spine surgeons.

Responsibilities:
* Perform complex spine surgeries, including reconstructions, traumatic spine care, and minimally invasive procedures
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of specialists, including neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, and radiologists to provide comprehensive care to patients with spine disorders
* Develop and implement evidence-based care pathways and clinical practice guidelines for spine surgery patients
* Participate in the American Spine Registry, a national quality improvement registry for spine care
* Collect and analyze performance measurement data on surgical site infection rates, new neurological deficits, unplanned return visits to the operating room, and pre-operative and post-operative patient reported outcomes
* Participate in educational and research activities, including teaching and mentoring residents and fellows, and contributing to the advancement of spine surgery through research and publication
* Participate in research activities, including clinical trials and basic science research, to advance the field of spine surgery.

The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-278.pdf
Clinical X Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-275.pdf
In-Residence Professor - see: http://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-270.pdf
Adjunct Professor - see: http://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-280.pdf

As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-671.pdf

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, DO or MD/PhD in health-related fields.

Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit determined by the Medical Board of California.

Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Candidates must have completed a fellowship program in Spine Surgery by the time of start of the appointment.

Candidates with at least 2 years of experience in complex spine reconstructions, traumatic spine injuries, and minimally invasive spine surgery are preferred.

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The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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