Trauma Surgeon

Are you a fellowship-trained Trauma Surgeon seeking a dynamic and rewarding career in a vibrant community? Look no further than OrthoIllinois! We're on the hunt for a talented and passionate surgeon and educator to join our esteemed practice in Rockford, Illinois . OrthoIllinois Orthopedic Trauma Service, Rockford OrthoIllinois is a subspecialized, university-style private orthopedic practice serving communities throughout Northwest Illinois. The OrthoIllinois trauma service covers two local trauma centers in Rockford : an ACS-Accredited State Level 1 trauma center with life flight regional coverage and a State Level 2 trauma center. The trauma service will consist of two fellowship-trained traumatologists and a dedicated orthopedic trauma PA. Additionally, the OrthoIllinois trauma service is a full-time rotational site for the Orthopedic Residency at Rush University, a top 5 residency program in the country with year-round PGY-4 and PGY-5 service coverage and associated teaching responsibilities. About Rockford With a regional population of 300,000, Rockford is located on the banks of the scenic Rock River in northern Illinois, only 80 miles west of downtown Chicago. Direct access to national and international vacation destinations via Rockford International Airport Rockford is a thriving family-oriented community with seasonal outdoor city markets, great restaurants, arts and cultural events, as well as plentiful outdoor paths and public parks Noted by Sports Illustrated as “Sports Town USA” for the abundance of public and private golf courses, indoor and outdoor sport venues serving the Rockford Rivets Baseball and Rockford Ice Hogs AHL hockey teams Local attractions include Rock Cut State Park with camping, hiking, rowing, picnicking opportunities for the out-of-doors enthusiast, and the world-renown Anderson Japanese Gardens Excellent public and private school options for families with young children Rockford offers a cost of living that is 25% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to call home. Additionally, its convenient location provides easy access to three major metropolitan areas : Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee Qualifications MD degree, board-certified / eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Must be eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois Comfort with acute management, periarticular fractures, periprosthetic (revision arthroplasty permitted, but not required), pelvic / acetabular trauma, and non-unions Team-oriented and shares a commitment to providing the highest quality of care Position is open to dual fellowship trained surgeons, but not required We Offer Competitive compensation and benefits package. Supportive and collaborative work environment, including practice-wide sharing of hospital and call responsibilities Subspecialty support for Hand, Joints, Sports and Pediatric patients Access to state-of-the-art technology and resources. Academic opportunities including resident teaching and research departmental support Ready to take the next step? Submit your CV and letter of interest to amanda.chriss@orthoillinois.com Website : https : / / www.orthoillinois.com Instagram : @orthoillinois, @dr_earhart_trauma