Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon - General or Sports

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's in Springfield, MA is seeking a full-time Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our team. The schedule includes Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., with two OR days, two clinic days, and one flex day for admin or research; there is no ER call. The incoming surgeon will handle a range from tendon releases to ACL reconstructions, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to sports health medicine expansion, education, and quality initiatives.

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 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
• 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 tech

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.

Skills

Pediatric orthopedic surgery

Clinical decision-making

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Patient care excellence

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

ACGME Orthopedic Surgery residency

Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

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. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

Job Overview

Shriners Children's is seeking a full-time Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our team at Shriners Children's New England in Springfield, MA. This surgeon will provide comprehensive care across the full spectrum of pediatric orthopedic conditions, with additional opportunity to help expand our Sports Health Medicine program. The weekly schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., consisting of two operating room days, two clinic days, and one flex day dedicated to administrative responsibilities or research, offering a balanced blend of surgical practice, outpatient care, and academic or program‑development work. There is no emergency room call expectation. All clinical documentation and workflow are supported through Epic. Typical volumes include 2-4 surgeries per week and 14-18 clinic patients per day. Surgical cases range from tendon releases and simple fractures to complex lower‑extremity procedures such as ACL reconstructions, patellofemoral reconstructions, and meniscal repairs. Clinic practice spans the full breadth of pediatric orthopedics, including sports injuries, neuromuscular conditions, lower‑extremity malalignment, cleft lip and palate-related orthopedic needs, and other musculoskeletal concerns. The incoming surgeon will join a collaborative team of eight pediatric orthopedic surgeons, supported by robust APP coverage that enhances clinic efficiency and patient access. This role offers the opportunity to deliver mission‑driven, high‑quality pediatric orthopedic care within a well‑established, multidisciplinary environment.

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 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
• 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 tech