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Posted 30 July, 2026

Orthopedic Residency Program Director

Lakeland Regional Health
Lakeland, FL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Explore the Endless Charm of Florida!

Become a part of our dedicated team as an Orthopedic Residency Program Director and play a vital role in our commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-focused care in the picturesque city of Lakeland, Florida! Our organization promotes a culture of collaboration, teamwork, and mutual respect.

Position Highlights:
  • Dedicated Administrative Time
  • Supportive Graduate Medical Education (GME) Environment with 10 ACGME-accredited programs
  • On-Site Simulation Lab
  • On-Site Research Department
  • Generous GME Allowance
  • Guaranteed Base Salary with potential for production incentives
  • Strong Emphasis on Work-Life Balance within our culture
  • No State Income Tax
  • Designated Level 1 Trauma Center

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive guaranteed base salary with productivity bonuses, a 403B plan, medical insurance, paid time off, a CME allowance, CME days, and malpractice insurance with tail coverage.

About Us:

For over a century, our not-for-profit organization has delivered outstanding inpatient and outpatient healthcare across more than 35 specialties. We are a 910-bed academic teaching facility that has received numerous workplace accolades from esteemed organizations such as Aetna, Forbes, and the Florida Hospital Association. Our main campus features a Level I Trauma Center, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the Bannasch Institute for Advanced Rehabilitation Medicine, and one of the busiest single-site Emergency Departments in the nation. Our growth is evident in our recent expansions, including the Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children and the Harrell Family Center for Behavioral Wellness.

We are proud to partner with the Nemours Children's Health System. Discover more about our remarkable culture and our commitment to placing people at the heart of everything we do by visiting our website.

Community:

Lakeland is a lively community ideally situated between Tampa and Orlando, recognized as the #1 city in Business Insider's "Top 10 Cities to Buy a House." Enjoy diverse exhibitions at the Polk Museum of Art, take leisurely walks along our stunning lakeside trails, parks, and nature preserves. A short drive will lead you to Clearwater Beach, acclaimed as the "#1 Beach in America" by Trip Advisor, or to any of Florida's famous theme parks and attractions. Polk County boasts over 150 schools, including more than 40 private institutions, 6 Florida Arts schools, and nationally recognized workforce academies. For more information about the wonderful offerings of Lakeland, visit the LAL Today website.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV to learn more!