Orthopaedic Value-Based Health Care Fellow

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General Notes

The approximate Fellowship dates will be from July 1 2026 to June 30 2027 although there is some flexibility in the dates. The deadline for applications is January 12 2026. Phone interviews will be conducted with finalists and we plan to fill the position by March 1st 2026.

Please submit your CV a one-page cover letter and list of three references. If available please include a sample of previous work (PowerPoint presentations published research data analysis etc.). If you have any questions about the position or application process please contact Lauren Uhler MPH Associate Director of Research at

For more information please visit our website: Orthopaedic Value-Based Health Care Fellow supports faculty in the Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care primarily within the Musculoskeletal Institute at UT Health Austin. This one-year fellowship is designed for medical students and focuses on research strategy and clinical exposure related to value-based care delivery models. The Fellow works closely with orthopaedic surgeons researchers and administrative leaders to design implement and evaluate care models that improve patient outcomes and reduce costs. Peer roles include Clinical Research Fellow Health Policy Fellow and Quality Improvement Analyst. The Fellow typically reports to the Associate Director of Research and collaborates with faculty such as the Director of Value-Based Health Care and Outcome Measurement.

Responsibilities

Conducts Research on Value-Based Care Models

Develops and refines research protocols.

Manages IRB submissions and compliance.

Collects and analyzes patient-reported outcomes.

Prepares abstracts presentations and manuscripts.

Collects and manages patient data.

Facilitates Patient Engagement and Data Collection

Recruits patients in the Lower Extremity Integrated Practice Unit (IPU)

Serves as the patient-reported outcome measure facilitator

Supervises medical and undergraduate student volunteers

Ensures data integrity and follow-up compliance

Coordinates with clinical teams for patient tracking

Supports Strategic and Operational Projects

Facilitates patient-reported outcome measures

Participates in quality improvement initiatives

Attends business strategy meetings

Coordinates with clinical and administrative teams

Tracks project milestones

Disseminates Research Findings

Prepares abstracts and manuscripts

Develops presentations for internal and external audiences

Contributes to publications and conferences

Synthesizes data for stakeholder reporting

Engages in peer review and feedback cycle

Performs Ancillary Research Tasks

Conducts literature reviews

Enters and analyzes data

Supports administrative functions

Assists with grant applications

Maintains research documentation

Other Job Duties may apply as assigned

Marginal or Periodic Functions:

Attends national conferences and symposia

Assists in onboarding new research volunteers

Participates in departmental recruitment efforts

Supports external collaborations and partnerships

Contributes to institutional publications and newsletters

Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Synthesizes clinical and research data

Adapts to evolving care models

Interprets statistical findings accurately

Takes initiative and acts decisively

Builds collaborative relationships across teams

Adapts to new research tools

Integrates feedback

Applies new methodologies

Navigates academic and clinical structures

Delivers research findings

Actively seeks growth opportunities

Required Qualifications

Accepted to or enrolled in a U.S. medical school (MD or DO track). 1 year of relevant research or clinical experience. Strong critical thinking and communication skills. Basic understanding of statistics. Ability to work independently and in teams. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of core clinical clerkships. 2 years of research experience with publications. Demonstrated interest in value-based health care. Proficiency in Spanish. Experience with digital health tools and analytic. CITI Program certification for human subjects research

Salary Range

$35568.00

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest references etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee log-in to Workday navigate to your Worker Profile click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your addition you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest references etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employercomplies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The universitys company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify please see the following:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act) you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services 1616 Guadalupe Street UTA 2.206 Austin Texas 78701.