Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon to join its expanding Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This clinical faculty position offers a busy, diverse hand and upper extremity practice across our academic medical center and affiliated hospitals.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-volume surgical practice while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the nation’s top academic health systems. This is an outstanding opportunity to advance your career in a clinically focused academic role.

Position Highlights

• High-volume hand surgery practice including trauma, elective procedures, microsurgery, and complex wrist, elbow, and forearm conditions.

• Predominantly clinical role.

• Opportunities to teach and mentor orthopaedic surgery residents and fellows.

• Collaborate with a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary orthopaedic faculty team.

• Access to advanced surgical technology and academic resources.

• Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

• Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Hand Surgery.

• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand subspecialty certification strongly preferred).

• Eligible for Texas medical licensure.

• Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and patient-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with incentive opportunities.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME allowance.

• Relocation assistance available.

Why UT Southwestern & Dallas–Fort Worth?

• Join one of the top academic medical centers in the nation, consistently ranked for excellence in patient care, research, and education.

• Work alongside renowned orthopaedic surgeons in a supportive, collaborative environment.

• Live in Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW), a thriving metro area offering diverse communities, excellent schools, cultural amenities, professional sports, international travel access, and no state income tax.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/

Contact:

Dustin Floyd. M.B.A.

Clinical Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition 

Office of Human Resources 

UT Southwestern Medical Center 

P: 972-573-3895

Email: dustin.floyd@utsouthwestern.edu