Hand Research Fellowship — Sacramento, CA — $509k–$772k

Ortho Conditioning; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 509,000 - 772,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

CME allowance

Relocation assistance

School Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Northern California is seeking a visionary Pediatric Hand Surgeon to join our renowned surgical team on the UC Davis campus in Sacramento, CA. You will manage complex pediatric hand conditions with a dedicated care team and engage in cutting-edge research in a nationally ranked environment.

The role requires board-certified/eligible orthopedic surgery training with a Hand & Upper Extremity fellowship, California license eligibility, and a strong pediatric-focused background.

Qualifications

• MD or DO trained in orthopedic hand surgery and ABOS eligibility.
• Completion of hand & upper extremity fellowship.
• Eligible for California medical license; board eligible/certified.

Responsibilities

• Educate and mentor Hand Surgery fellows, residents and students.
• Collaborate with SCHNC UC Davis Health teams for complex cases.
• Lead or participate in translational research initiatives and genomics projects.

Skills

Pediatric hand surgery expertise

Brachi plexus birth injuries

Education

MD/DO from accredited medical school

ACGME-accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency

Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery fellowship

Job description

Shriners Children’s Northern California Sacramento, CA Paid Research Fellow $509k–$772k May 8, 2026 · May 8, 2026

Job Summary

Shriners Children’s Northern California (SCHNC) is seeking a visionary Pediatric Hand Surgeon to join our world-renowned surgical team. This is a premier opportunity for a board-certified/eligible Orthopedic Surgeon with specialized fellowship training in Hand & Upper Extremity. The ideal candidate will possess a deep commitment to the tripartite mission of excellence in clinical care, groundbreaking research, and the education of the next generation of surgeons. You will join a multidisciplinary environment ranked among the nation’s elite for pediatric orthopedics, with a robust academic affiliation with the University of California at Davis (UC Davis) Medical Center.

As a Pediatric Hand Surgeon at SCHNC, you will manage a diverse and complex patient population. Our upper extremity services are comprehensive, treating congenital malformations, brachial plexus birth palsy, post-traumatic deformities, and neuromuscular conditions including cerebral palsy and tetraplegia.

Clinical Excellence & Collaboration:

• Work alongside a dedicated care manager, physician assistants, and a specialized team of hand/occupational therapists.
• Engage in a collaborative regional ecosystem between SCHNC and UC Davis Health, ensuring the highest level of care for complex cases.
• Utilize state-of-the-art facilities located on the UC Davis campus.

Academic & Research Leadership:

• Education: Play a pivotal role in teaching. You will mentor Hand Surgery fellows from two programs, a dedicated SCHNC Pediatric Hand Fellow, orthopedic and plastic surgery residents, and medical students.
• Innovation: Leverage $20 million in annual system-wide funding for genomics, motion analysis, and translational research to advance the field of pediatric hand surgery.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopedic Surgery residency.
• Completion of a Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery fellowship.
• Board certified/eligible by the ABOS; eligible for Subspecialty Certification (SC).
• Must possess or be eligible for a California state medical license.
• Significant experience in pediatric patients; a specialized interest in brachial plexus birth injuries is highly preferred.

Shriners Children’s offers a highly competitive financial package designed to support long-term professional and personal growth:

• 403(b) with generous match and 457(b) deferred compensation plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (Effective Day 1).
• Generous CME allowance, employer-provided professional liability coverage, and APP support.
• Relocation assistance and a School Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Disability, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.

About Shriners Children’s Northern California

Shriners Children’s Northern California is a nationally ranked children’s hospital where hope and healing meet. Located in Sacramento California on the campus of UC Davis, Shriners Children’s Northern California is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s elite providers of pediatric orthopedic and urology care by U.S. News and World Report. Our compassionate, respected physicians and staff provide care for children with orthopedic conditions, spinal cord injuries, burns, scars from any cause, cleft lip, anorectal disorders, chest wall malformations and other surgical needs. Shriners Northern California has a large catchment area encompassing much of Northern California, in addition to adjacent states, Canada and Mexico. There are additional opportunities for international referrals within the Shriners system.

Why Shriners Children’s?

Nationally, Shriners Children’s is the premier pediatric burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties healthcare system. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to change and improve lives by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc.
• 4 locations ranked on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics (This includes Shriners Northern California in conjunction with UC Davis)
• Winner of 9 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards and 5 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards for Patient Experience (2023)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

Why Move to Sacramento, CA?

• Lower cost of living compared to other CA cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, or San Diego
• Conveniently located to major destinations like San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, and Napa Valley
• Mild winters and warm summers with access to rivers, parks, hiking, biking and water sports
• Known as the "Farm-to-Fork" Capital with top-tier restaurants and farmers’ markets.
• Vibrant arts, music and sports scenes

Shriners Children’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.