Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Shriners Children’s Hospital; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriner’s Children’s in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to provide comprehensive orthopedic care for children. The role includes surgical and non-surgical management, inpatient/outpatient duties, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires MD/DO, completed pediatric orthopedic fellowship, ABOS eligibility/certification, and licensure eligibility in California.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility by ABOS in Orthopedic Surgery, with pediatric subspecialty.
• Eligibility for active medical licensure in state of practice.
• DEA eligibility.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning for pediatric orthopedic conditions.
• Provide surgical and non-surgical management per current standards and patient-specific needs.
• Inpatient and outpatient care including preoperative and postoperative management, consultations, and discharge planning.
• Perform operative procedures per institutional protocols and safety standards.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, physiatrists, therapists, anesthesiologists, and subspecialists.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation and participate in call coverage and rounds.
• Contribute to quality improvement, peer review, and potential teaching or research activities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Preoperative planning

Postoperative care

Education

MD or DO

ACGME Orthopedic Surgery residency

Pediatric Orthopedic Fellowship

ABOS board certification or eligibility

State medical licensure eligibility

DEA eligibility

BLS for Healthcare Providers

PALS certification

Job description

## Pediatric Orthopedic SurgeonApply: On-Site: Sacramento, CA: Full time: Posted Today: JR100655**Company Overview** Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ 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. Please click here to learn more about our locations. **CURRENT EMPLOYEES**: Please log into Workday Click Here to apply internally through the \"Jobs Hub\" **Job Description** Position Responsibilities Perform clinical assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning for pediatric patients with orthopedic conditions including limb deformities, scoliosis, fractures, hip dysplasia, clubfoot, and other musculoskeletal disorders. Provide surgical and non-surgical management based on current standards of care, evidence-based practices, and patient-specific considerations. Participate in inpatient and outpatient care, including preoperative and postoperative management, consultations, and discharge planning. Perform operative procedures in accordance with institutional protocols and safety standards. Collaborate with pediatricians, physiatrists, physical therapists, anesthesiologists, and other subspecialists in the coordinated care of patients. Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record system in compliance with legal, regulatory, and institutional requirements. Participate in shared call coverage, hospital rounds, and trauma response as assigned. Contribute to departmental quality improvement, peer review, and clinical governance processes. May participate in medical education, research, and scholarly activities depending on institutional affiliation or department expectations. Education Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery Completion of fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Experience Minimum 1-3 years of post-fellowship or equivalent clinical experience in pediatric orthopedic surgery preferred; recent fellowship graduates will be considered based on training and clinical exposure Certification and Licensures Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS), with subspecialty certification in Pediatric Orthopedics Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of practice Must possess eligibility for active DEA Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylawsCompensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.