Program Director – Orthopedic Surgery – Salisbury, MD

TidalHealth in collaboration with Peninsula Orthopaedics, on Maryland’s beautiful coast, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program Director to join our reputable medical institution. As the Program Director, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the Orthopedic Surgery residency program, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of education and training.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to residents, and contributing to the advancement of orthopedic surgery. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the curriculum, conducting regular evaluations, as well as continuously assessing and improving the program. Additionally, you will collaborate with other faculty members to develop research opportunities and publish academic papers.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in orthopedic surgery and significant clinical experience in the field. You should possess exceptional leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for education. Your ability to inspire and motivate residents, as well as your commitment to excellence in patient care, will be key to your success in this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of orthopedic surgery and contribute to the education of the next generation of orthopedic surgeons. If you are a dedicated and experienced professional with a deep commitment to excellence in medical education, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the Orthopedic Surgery residency program.
• Develop and implement the curriculum, ensuring that it meets educational objectives.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to residents and foster a positive learning environment.
• Conduct regular evaluations of residents’ performance and provide feedback for improvement.
• Collaborate with other faculty members to develop research opportunities.
• Publish academic papers and contribute to the advancement of orthopedic surgery.
• Continuously assess and enhance the program to ensure its effectiveness and relevance.

Requirements:

• Board certification in orthopedic surgery (Orthopedic traumatology preferred but not required.)
• Extensive clinical experience in orthopedic surgery.
• Proven track record of leadership and mentorship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in medical education.

About Peninsula Orthopedics:

For more than seventy (70) years, Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates has provided exceptional Orthopaedic care to the Delmarva Peninsula community with currently over forty (40) providers1. POA operates six (6) service locations across the Delmarva Peninsula offering a broad spectrum of subspecialty care2, advanced Orthopaedic treatments and diagnostic services. POA’s main medical office location, AAAHC Accredited Freestanding Surgery Center and primary Hospital affiliation are in Salisbury, Maryland.

• 13 physicians; 21 Advanced Practitioners (Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners), and 8 Physical/Occupational Therapists.
• POA current surgical subspecialties include, Total Joint Arthroplasty, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Hand and Upper Extremity, Shoulder and Elbow, Foot & Ankle, Sports Medicine, and Joint Preservation.
• 2018-2019 Best Regional Hospital on the Eastern Shore of Maryland (US News and World Report); Healthgrades 2018 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence, placing PRMC among the Top 5% of all United States hospitals for patient care and outcomes; 5-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS.)

What to expect:

• Forty percent of the time will be dedicated to the development of the residency program in collaboration with TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Hospital, with an additional thirty percent commitment after two years of service with TidalHealth. The remaining sixty to seventy percent of the time will be allocated to Peninsula Orthopaedics.
• 1:12 call rotation with 24/7 in-hospital PA coverage.
• Private practice providing world-class orthopaedic care for over 70 years.
• Sub-specialty practice with Shoulder, Sports Medicine, Spine, Adult Reconstruction, Hand, podiatry (nonoperative,) and Trauma.
• Multiple revenue streams including high-volume, high-efficiency ASC (high ancillary income,) physical Therapy and Durable Medical Equipment.
• 14 Physicians, 19 PAs/NPs, 15 PT/Ots.
• Hospital among top 5% of all U.S. Hospitals for patient care and outcomes.

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