Good afternoon,

If you know of any medical students or general surgery prelim residents that did not match into ortho and are looking for a gap position, please share this with them.

Wake Forest Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation is currently accepting applications for a one-year Transitional Fellow position. This position will act as a member of the orthopedic team for ER/inpatient consultations during the week, be an orthopedic liaison to the on-call orthopedic team, have access to assist with the care of both outpatient and inpatient orthopedic patients, and assist with weekend patient coordination.

This position will assist physicians working up patient history and physicals, perform procedures within the ER, and have access to attend orthopedic conferences (Grand Rounds, Trauma Conference, Resident Journal Clubs).

Preference given to those applicants who have completed a preliminary year in surgery or equivalent.  Step 3 is recommended but not required. Will be required to obtain a North Carolina Resident Training License if hired.

Interested candidates should email the following items and questions to: Karen Darvill kdarvill@wakehealth.edu using the subject line: “Transitional Fellow Application”

Cover letter
Current CV
2 Letters of recommendation

Applications will be accepted through April 15th, 2024.