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Job description
Physician Leader/Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery
The Chair of Orthopedic Surgery will lead and expand the department and help establish a new residency program, with responsibility for maintaining excellence in clinical care, education, and community outreach.
Opportunity Highlights
This position offers an opportunity to serve in an academic environment that emphasizes an integrated medical group model, with funding to expand the department.
Opportunity to Lead the Residency Program and Academic Expansion: The Orthopedic Residency, expected to start in summer 2027, will drive the need for academic leadership and broader clinical capacity. A rare opportunity to launch a new residency program and guide its development.
Faculty Development: The Department of Orthopedics is currently staffed with seven fellowship‑trained physicians covering trauma, sports medicine, spine, joint replacement, and foot and ankle, supported by five physician assistants. Development of the residency will support the need for departmental growth.
Join the largest independent medical group with integrated services including physical therapy and anesthesia.
DMG medical specialists practice in a 290‑bed hospital that includes a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, Level 3 NICU, Arizona’s only nationally certified burn center (the Arizona Burn Center), a full complement of pediatric services, and 11 corresponding Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) outpatient clinics that provide care for more than 450,000 patients annually.
Professional Qualifications
Required
M.D., D.O. Degree and Active Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery.
Minimum (5) years of documented administrative experience in a director or similar physician leadership role.
Possessing specialty expertise in Orthopedic Surgery Clinical Practice and demonstrating clinical competence as a practicing physician is required.
Licensed or eligible to practice medicine in the state of Arizona is required upon hire.
Skills, Knowledge & Key Attributes
The Chair of Orthopedic Surgery will be a confident, visionary leader with maturity, knowledge, and cultural sensitivity to inspire and to advance collaborative relationships with our community partners.
Strong clinical and leadership skills with a willingness to use data in decision‑making and change implementation.
A true commitment and understanding of academics, community practice, and integrated care. A person who is mission‑driven and can lead a team and advocate for resources proactively.
Must be sensitive to local community health needs and should enjoy playing a visible role in the community in support of the mission and academic growth.
Ability to attract, hire, develop, and retain strong providers.
Background in UME, GME, and Academic Pursuits preferred.
Life in Phoenix
Recipient of The All‑America City Award.
Phoenix, the healthcare and economic hub for the Mountain West region, ranks as one of the fastest‑growing cities in the United States.
Year‑round favorable weather, with over 320 sunny days a year.
Booming healthcare industry as Phoenix is one of the fastest growing cities, growing the demand.
Cost of living advantage with more affordable housing options and taxes.
Professional growth and networking as there are strong connections between major hospital systems, medical school, and research institutions.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration, inquiries, nominations, and applications (CV and Letter of Interest) should be submitted electronically in confidence to District Medical Group’s executive search partner, Elaine Auerbach, MBA, MPH: and/or or call (972) 265‑5259.
EEO/AA Employers.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Administrative, Strategy/Planning, and Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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