Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. 

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

The University of South Alabama Health System helps people lead longer, better lives through its excellence in education, research and medical care. With more than 6,000 employees, USA’s health network includes University Hospital, USA Health Children’s and Women’s Hospital, USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute, USA Health Physicians Group and the USA College of Medicine. Each year, our team of physicians, residents and fellows, advanced practice providers and support staff handle 200,000 clinic visits and 400,000 outpatient procedures. The USA Health system delivers 3,000 babies a year, more than any other regional hospital, and treats patients through some 60,000 emergency room visits annually.

In addition to advanced and innovative patient care at University hospitals and clinics, USA’s medical education programs provide first-class training experiences for the next generation of physicians and scientists. The USA Health System delivers excellence in care while improving the quality of life for residents across the Gulf Coast. The USA Health System is managed by the USA HealthCare Management, LLC.

The Department of Orthpaedic Surgery at the University of South Alabama is seeking a hand and/or upper extremity fellowship trained, BE/BC orthopaedic surgeon to join the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery. The University of South Alabama maintains a Level I Trauma Center with over 2,000 trauma admissions per year, and is the region’s largest trauma center. This represents a unique opportunity to help develop a robust hand and upper extremity service.

The successful candidate will have a keen interest in academic surgery in the areas of patient care, resident and student education, and trauma-related clinical and translational research. For applicants interested in physician leadership opportunities, we will support an opportunity to receive a MBA for Healthcare Professionals at USA College of Business.

Candidates who have completed an accredited training program, and are eligible for and maintain an unrestricted Alabama medical license are eligible to apply. Please attach a letter of interest and recent curriculum vitae.

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Qualifications

A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.