Description
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine invites
applications for an accomplished academic orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon to help build one of the
nation's premier integrated academic Sports Medicine programs. This recruitment is open at all ranks in
the Clinical X series and aligned with the University of California Academic Senate.
UC Davis Health is making a major institutional investment in Sports Medicine to create a comprehensive
program that integrates orthopaedic surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, musculoskeletal
imaging, rehabilitation, athletic performance, research, and community outreach within a growing
Musculoskeletal Service Line. This investment reflects UC Davis Health's commitment to expanding
access, advancing innovation, and delivering exceptional musculoskeletal care across Northern California.
Based on qualifications and departmental needs, the successful candidate may be eligible to apply for the
Chief of the Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Service and/or Co-Director of the UC Davis Health Sports
Medicine Clinics.
Working alongside nationally recognized colleagues across UC Davis Health, the successful candidate will
help advance innovative clinical programs, educate trainees at all levels, pursue meaningful clinical and
translational research, and care for athletes across the spectrum—from youth and recreational athletes to
collegiate athletes at UC Davis and professional athletes with Sacramento Republic FC.
This position is ideally suited for someone excited to shape the future of Sports Medicine at UC Davis
Health by helping build one of the nation's premier integrated academic sports medicine programs within
one of the nation's leading orthopaedic departments.
Located in Sacramento, UC Davis Health offers an exceptional academic environment and quality of life,
with convenient access to the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, the Sierra Nevada, and the
California coast.
Requirements
This position will provide clinical care at least four days per week. This position will also include the
teaching and supervision of fellows, residents, and medical students, as well as participating in
departmental meetings, conferences, hospital and departmental committees. Candidates must possess:
- M.D. (or equivalent)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency
- Fellowship training in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
- Board certification/eligibility in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Eligibility for California medical licensure by the appointment start date
- Candidates in the Clinical X series must demonstrate the ability and experience to conduct
scholarly/clinical/translational research and must provide evidence of experience obtaining
extramural funding and/or administering clinical trials.
This recruitment is conducted at all ranks, from Assistant to Full Professor ranks, with the resulting
appointment commensurate with relevant experience. The initial base salary range for this position is
$511,000 - $780,000, plus opportunities for incentive pay. This position includes membership in the
Health Sciences Compensation Plan
