Pediatric Spine Surgeon

Children's Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Malpractice coverage

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Retirement profit-sharing plan

Job summary

Children's Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP in St. Petersburg, Florida, is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon to join their team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a multidisciplinary care team, manage a broad spectrum of pediatric spine pathology, and participate in education and research.

The ideal candidate will have experience in both operative and non-operative management of spine conditions and will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a partnership track.

Qualifications

• Fellowship-trained in pediatric orthopaedic spine surgery.
• Skilled in managing complex spinal deformities.
• Enthusiastic about team collaboration and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Continue a mature pediatric spine practice.
• Manage a broad spectrum of spine pathology.
• Participate in education and research initiatives.

Skills

Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgery

Confident in operative management of complex spine pathology

Skilled in non-operative management of pediatric spinal deformity

Comfortable mentoring residents

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgery

Job description

Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP (COSSA) is a premier, physician-owned pediatric orthopaedic group with six fellowship-trained surgeons, proudly serving Florida’s West Central region. With offices in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch, COSSA is the exclusive pediatric orthopaedic partner of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, a nationally ranked children’s hospital and a regional referral center for complex pediatric spine care.

Position Highlights

• Immediate opening to continue a mature pediatric spine practice
• Broad spectrum of spine pathology including scoliosis, kyphosis, spondylolisthesis, and other spinal deformities
• Dedicated spine clinic days and protected OR time
• Full support of a multidisciplinary care team including advanced practice providers, surgical schedulers, and pediatric anesthesiologists
• Access to state-of-the-art OR technology and intraoperative neuromonitoring
• Collaborative environment with experienced non-spine pediatric orthopaedic partners
• 2-year partnership track with competitive compensation and productivity incentives
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, malpractice coverage, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and a retirement profit-sharing plan

Ideal Candidate

• Fellowship-trained in Pediatric Orthopaedic Spine Surgery (or equivalent training)
• Skilled in the full spectrum of pediatric spinal deformity care
• Confident in both operative and non-operative management of complex spine pathology
• Enthusiastic about joining a collegial team and contributing to ongoing growth and innovation
• Comfortable mentoring residents and participating in education and research if desired

Why Tampa Bay

• Top-rated Gulf Coast beaches
• Vibrant metro culture and professional sports
• Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
• No state income tax
• Year-round outdoor recreation

St. Petersburg is home to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, while Tampa and Wesley Chapel provide a diverse mix of urban and suburban living options.