Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Matching

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking a pediatric orthopedic surgeon to provide comprehensive care for children with musculoskeletal conditions. You will participate in inpatient and outpatient care, including preoperative and postoperative management, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires MD/DO, completion of an orthopedics residency, and fellowship training in pediatric orthopedic surgery.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning for pediatric orthopedic conditions.
• Provide surgical and non-surgical management based on current standards of care and patient-specific considerations.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, physiatrists, and subspecialists in coordinated care.

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

ACGME orthopedic surgery residency

Pediatric orthopedic surgery fellowship

Job description

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.

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 Licenses

• 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 bylaws

Compensation

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for children and their families. We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children’s, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.

Benefits

• medical
• dental and vision insurance
• tuition assistance
• retirement matching
• and so much more