Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Shriners Children's; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 508,000 - 772,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join its team in Northern California. This role offers the opportunity to work in a nationally ranked children's hospital, renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care, research, and education. The successful candidate will treat a diverse range of pediatric orthopedic conditions, contributing to innovative research and shaping the future of pediatric healthcare. With a supportive work environment and a focus on professional growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

403(b) plan with company match

Generous CME allowance

Relocation assistance

Professional liability coverage

School Loan Forgiveness Program

Voluntary benefits (disability, critical illness)

Significant APP support

Qualifications

• Must be board certified/eligible and have completed a fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery.
• Experience treating neuromusculoskeletal disorders is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Conduct research and supervise students and residents.

Skills

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions Treatment

Research and Scholarly Clinical Work

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

ACGME Accredited Orthopedic Surgery Residency

Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedics

Job description

Company Overview

Why Shriners Children’s?

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 age 18 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
• 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.

About Shriners Children’s Northern California

Shriners Children's Northern California is a nationally ranked children's hospital where hope and healing meet. 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. To simplify access to care, we partner with emergency air ambulances to transport critically injured children, coordinating transportation to and from the hospital in Sacramento and Northern California, the Western United States, Canada and Mexico.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans. Benefits eligibility from Day 1.
• 403(b) plan with generous company match and 457(b) deferred compensation plans
• Generous CME allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Employer provided professional liability coverage
• School Loan Forgiveness Program
• Voluntary benefits: short and long-term disability insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, hospital indemnity, legal services, identity theft protection, pet insurance
• Significant APP support

Job Overview

Shriners Children’s is looking for a full-time Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our team at Shriners Children’s Northern California. Successful candidates will be board certified/eligible and have successfully completed a fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery. Candidates should be particularly adept and interested in treating pediatric patients dealing with neuromusculoskeletal conditions like cerebral palsy and spina bifida.

Schedule is Monday through Friday days with rotating weekend coverage and a negotiable amount of ER call.

The pay range for this position is $508,948-$771,855. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills the mission of excellence in patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings and in the operating room
• Fulfills the mission of excellence in research by performing scholarly clinical and/or translational research, presenting and publishing research findings, and obtaining extramural funding for research
• Fulfills the mission of excellence in education by supervising and teaching students, residents, and fellows.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school
• Must have successfully completed an ACGME accredited orthopedic surgery residency program
• Must have completed relevant fellowship training in pediatric orthopedics
• Must be board certified/eligible by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) or in final year of ACGME accredited program leading to certification and eligible for or in possession of Subspecialty Certification (SC) if appropriate
• Must possess or be eligible for California state medical license
• Experience treating neuromusculoskeletal disorders/conditions