Instructor - Limited Term, Spine Fellow, Department of Orthopedics

* Job Summary Job ID: 263947 Position # 20015527 The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Instructor - Limited Term who will serve as an Orthopaedic Spine Fellow. The fellow should obtain comprehensive experience in spinal problems with an emphasis on diagnostic techniques as well as surgical and non-surgical treatment. Fellow will be trained in anterior approaches to the spine, minimally invasive techniques, motion-preserving technology, as well as traditional methods of fusion and they will be involved in resident instruction. This position is non-tenure track and limited to one fiscal year, starting August 1, 2024, and ending July 31, 2025. Responsibilities Obtain comprehensive experience in spinal problems with an emphasis on diagnostic techniques as well as surgical and non-surgical treatment. Receive training on anterior approaches to the spine, minimally invasive techniques, motion-preserving technology, as well as traditional methods of fusion and they will be involved in resident instruction. Required Qualifications M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school Completion of an accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency Board certified/eligible by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Licensed to practice as an M.D. or D.O. in the state of Georgia or eligible for a State of Georgia Medical License Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be: Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation; Evidence of ability as a teacher; Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned; Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and, Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations. Shift/Salary/Benefits This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time. Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements.  The salary is subject to availability of funds. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. 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More than 9,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Location Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.     How To Apply To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty. 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