| Position | Academic Physician - MD/DO - Orthopedic Hand Surgeon |
| Posted | 28 Jun 2026 |
| Expired | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Company | SSM Health |
| Location | Saint Louis | US |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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SSM Health Saint Louis University – Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
SSM Health Saint Louis University is seeking a fellowship-trained Upper Extremity/Hand Surgeon to join our growing Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a collaborative academic environment focused on exceptional patient care, education, and research.
Join a dynamic academic team at the SLUCare Academic Pavilion and build a high-volume hand and upper extremity practice within a Level I Trauma Center, supported by a strong referral network and advanced technology.
We are looking for a motivated surgeon who is passionate about working in a university-based setting alongside a team of experienced Hand Surgeons. This role offers a balanced mix of clinical practice and academic engagement, with flexibility to expand research efforts based on individual interests.
Practice Details
Academic orthopedic surgery group within Saint Louis University School of Medicine
90% Clinical / 10% Academic Role with opportunity to grow research involvement
Practice in a Level I Trauma Center
Access to satellite outpatient clinics and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC)
Dedicated APP support focused on hand surgery
Advanced technology and strong referral base
Academic appointment with rank based on experience
Tenure and non-tenure track options available
Opportunities for teaching, research, and mentorship
Hand surgery call responsibilities
Physician-led, collaborative environment
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Provide high-quality patient care in hand and upper extremity surgery within a Level I Trauma Center
Perform hand and upper extremity surgical procedures
Participate in outpatient clinics and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC)
Engage in teaching, mentoring, and academic activities with medical students and residents
Participate in research and scholarly activities (optional expansion available)
Share in hand surgery call coverage
MD or DO required
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery
Completion of Hand/Upper Extremity Fellowship
Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Missouri
Academic excellence with strong institutional support
Opportunities for career growth, teaching, and research
Collaborative and mission-driven culture
Located in St. Louis, offering a vibrant community, affordable living, and rich cultural amenities
If you are interested in combining clinical excellence with academic opportunity, we encourage you to apply and join our mission-driven team.
SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, and, most recently SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
SLUCare's more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Group's more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.
Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.
SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.
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