Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Orlando Metro Area Level II Trauma Center Opportunity
Job at a glance
Job description
A physician-owned orthopedic practice in the Orlando Metro Area is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon to join its growing team and provide specialized care at a Level II Trauma Center.
This is an excellent opportunity for a fellowship-trained orthopedic trauma surgeon who enjoys managing complex injuries, acute orthopedic conditions, and high-acuity surgical cases in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in orthopedic trauma, strong surgical skills, and the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in fast-paced trauma settings.
The physician will work alongside specialists across multiple disciplines, including critical care, emergency medicine, neurosurgery, and orthopedic subspecialties, to deliver coordinated, high-quality trauma care.
The practice is physician-owned and provides comprehensive orthopedic services including joint replacement, spine care, sports medicine, hand and wrist care, foot and ankle care, regenerative medicine, general orthopedics, and orthopedic trauma.
Job Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive surgical and non-surgical management of traumatic orthopedic injuries.
Evaluate and treat complex orthopedic trauma cases in a Level II Trauma Center environment.
Perform urgent orthopedic procedures for high-acuity trauma patients.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on:
Injury severity
Patient condition
Clinical needs
Coordinate perioperative and postoperative care for trauma patients.
Provide timely clinical decision-making in emergency situations.
Surgical Responsibilities
Perform orthopedic trauma procedures with a focus on restoring function and mobility.
Manage complex fractures and traumatic orthopedic conditions.
Participate in emergency orthopedic surgical care.
Maintain high standards of surgical quality and patient safety.
Collaboration & Team-Based Care
Collaborate with:
Emergency medicine physicians
Critical care teams
Neurosurgeons
Orthopedic specialists
Multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Participate in trauma case discussions and care coordination.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, referring physicians, and care teams.
Quality Improvement & Education
Participate in trauma quality improvement initiatives.
Contribute to trauma registry activities and patient safety programs.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR.
Stay current with advances in orthopedic trauma care.
Participate in resident and medical student education when applicable.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
Fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma preferred/required based on credentialing.
Active Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain.
Strong orthopedic trauma surgical skills.
Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to patient-centered, multidisciplinary care.
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years post-fellowship orthopedic trauma experience preferred.
Previous experience in a Level II Trauma Center.
Current ATLS certification.
ATLS Instructor certification preferred.
Experience with:
Trauma registries
Trauma quality improvement programs
ACS trauma verification processes
Resident and medical student education
Working Hours
Call Responsibilities:
Shared orthopedic trauma call rotation
Nights, weekends, and holidays included as part of rotation
High-acuity trauma environment requiring flexibility and responsiveness
Skills
Trauma Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Acute Orthopedic Care
Fracture Management
Complex Trauma Injuries
Level II Trauma Center
Surgical Orthopedics
Emergency Orthopedic Surgery
Trauma Call
Musculoskeletal Trauma
Patient Safety
Quality Improvement
Multidisciplinary Care
Acute Care Surgery