Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Shriners Children's; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's in Shreveport is seeking a full-time, experienced pediatric orthopedic surgeon to join a high-volume general pediatric orthopedic practice. The role emphasizes neuromuscular care, hip preservation, and complex foot/ankle deformities within a collegial, mission-driven team.

The incoming surgeon will benefit from a robust referral base, dedicated OR block days, and opportunities to teach LSU residents with potential academic appointment possibilities.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completed ACGME orthopedic residency.
• Completed pediatric orthopedic surgery fellowship.
• Minimum 5 years post-fellowship clinical experience.
• ABOS board certification or eligibility with pediatric subspecialty.
• State medical licensure eligibility and DEA eligibility.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers and PALS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive clinical assessments and treatment planning for pediatric orthopedic conditions.
• Provide both surgical and non-surgical management per current standards.
• Participate in inpatient/outpatient care, pre/postoperative care, and discharge planning.
• Perform operative procedures following institutional protocols and safety standards.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, physiatrists, therapists, and other subspecialists.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Engage in shared call coverage and departmental quality initiatives.
• Contribute to medical education, research, and scholarly activities.

Skills

Pediatric orthopedics

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Patient-family communication

Clinical teaching

Education

MD/DO from accredited medical school

ACGME Orthopedic Residency

Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Tools

EMR proficiency

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.

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.

Job Description

Job Overview

Shriners Children's Shreveport is recruiting a full time, experienced pediatric orthopedic surgeon to join a general pediatric orthopedic practice with strong clinical volumes and a highly cohesive team culture. The ideal candidate will bring broad pediatric orthopedic expertise with preferred strengths in neuromuscular care, hip preservation, and complex foot and ankle deformity. The practice includes a diverse mix of conditions such as CP-related deformities, muscle lengthening, flatfoot reconstruction, benign bone tumors, fractures (cold trauma), and congenital and acquired deformities.

The Incoming Surgeon Will Benefit From

• A robust referral base and steady clinic and surgical volume
• Two dedicated OR block days per week
• 30-35 clinic patients per day, plus add-ons
• 1:1 APP support, with APPs independently running fracture/injury clinic
• A 1-in-3 home call rotation with no trauma call and minimal call burden
• Opportunities to teach LSU orthopedic residents (no clinical fellows)
• Potential for an academic appointment through LSU
• A deeply supportive team, including a collaborative Chief of Staff and strong local administrator

This position is ideal for a surgeon who values meaningful mission-driven work, a collegial environment, and the ability to contribute to program growth while maintaining a balanced clinical practice. Compensation is determined by a combination of years of post-fellowship clinical experience and departmental equity.

Key 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/or 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.
• Maintain accountability for meeting established productivity benchmarks (e.g. wRVUS), quality metrics, and institutional performance standards
• Ensure time is allocated in accordance with assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.

Required Qualifications

• 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
• Minimum 5 years of post-fellowship clinical experience required
• 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
• Comprehensive knowledge of pediatric orthopedic surgical techniques, growth and development, and musculoskeletal conditions unique to children.
• Proficiency in operative planning, surgical execution, and perioperative management in pediatric populations.
• Familiarity with pediatric imaging, casting, bracing, and non-operative treatment protocols.
• Effective communication and counseling skills for engaging with pediatric patients and their families.
• Ability to function in a multidisciplinary environment and manage complex care scenarios.
• Competency in use of electronic medical record systems, documentation standards, and clinical decision support tools.

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