Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon to join its nationally recognized Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. This is a clinical faculty role, designed for surgeons who are passionate about direct patient care while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the busiest trauma centers in the country.

As part of our expanding program, you will have the opportunity to perform high-volume, advanced orthopaedic trauma surgery at Clements University Hospital (level 4) and/or Parkland (level 1), serving a diverse patient population and managing complex cases such as fractures, pelvic/acetabular trauma, and reconstructive procedures. 

Responsibilities

• Provide expert orthopaedic trauma surgery care with a focus on clinical excellence.

• Manage high-acuity trauma cases in busy academic and public hospital settings.

• Mentor and educate orthopaedic surgery residents and trauma fellows.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

• Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center, rank commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

• Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Orthopaedic Surgery.

• Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery required.

• Eligible for Texas medical licensure.

• Strong commitment to patient care, teaching, and clinical scholarship.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary with productivity incentives.

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

• Relocation assistance available.

• Faculty appointment at UT Southwestern Medical Center, with academic rank based on experience and qualifications.

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 and oncologists in a collaborative, multidisciplinary cancer care 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