Pediatric Neurosurgeon Opportunity

LE03 Valley Children's Specialty Medical Group; United States; On-site; USD 721,150 - 908,915; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer retirement contribution

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)

Relocation assistance & sign-on bonus available

Job summary

LE03 Valley Children's Specialty Medical Group is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Neurosurgeon to join their team in Central California. This role offers the chance to practice high-volume pediatric neurosurgery in a free-standing children's hospital, impacting a diverse population of over 1.3 million children.

The position includes opportunities for teaching, advanced surgical technology access, and institutional support for subspecialty development. A highly competitive salary and benefits package is available, including relocation assistance and J-1/H1B sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Must have an MD or DO degree and completed an accredited residency in neurosurgery.
• Must have completed a fellowship in pediatric neurosurgery.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in California is required.

Responsibilities

• Practice pediatric neurosurgery in a dedicated children's hospital environment.

Skills

MD or DO degree

Completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency

Board Certified or Board Eligible in neurosurgery

Eligibility for medical licensure in California

Education

Completion of a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship

Job description

Job Summary

Valley Children’s Healthcare, the premier pediatric healthcare network serving Central California, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Neurosurgeon to join our growing mission-driven team. As the only free‑standing children’s hospital in the Central Valley, Valley Children’s serves a vast, diverse referral region of more than 1.3 million children. This is a unique opportunity to practice high‑acuity, high‑volume pediatric neurosurgery while making a profound impact on an underserved and rapidly growing population.

Job Description

Primary practice of pediatric neurosurgery in a dedicated children's hospital environment.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency
• Completion of a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in neurosurgery
• Eligibility for medical licensure in California

Opportunity Highlights

• Strong institutional investment in pediatric subspecialty growth
• Large regional referral base spanning Central California
• Opportunity to develop and expand subspecialty interests (epilepsy surgery, craniofacial, complex spine, spasticity, neuro‑oncology, peripheral nerve, etc.)
• Collaborative multidisciplinary support including pediatric intensivists, neonatologists, pediatric anesthesiologists, oncology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and advanced imaging services
• Access to modern OR suites and advanced surgical technology
• Teaching opportunities with academic affiliations
• Ability to shape and grow the pediatric neurosurgery program within a respected children’s health system

About Valley Children’s

Valley Children’s is a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system providing comprehensive specialty and primary care services. The 358‑bed freestanding children’s hospital offers LevelIV NICU, LevelIV epileptic program, comprehensive PICU, full‑service children’s cancer and blood disorders center, robust trauma and surgical services, and strong physician leadership culture.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $721,150 - $908,915.

• Highly competitive leadership salary
• Generous employer retirement contribution
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Relocation assistance & sign‑on bonus available
• Paid malpractice and tail coverage
• J‑1 and H1B visa sponsorship