Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Gillette Children's is seeking a full time pediatric orthopedic surgeon.

Purpose of position

The orthopedic surgeon at Gillette Children's is responsible for all areas of pediatric orthopedic care. This includes pediatrics and adolescents. The incumbent will share call responsibility with other orthopedic surgeons in the group and will be a credentialed member of the Gillette Children's Medical Staff and abide by the bylaws and rules and regulations of that organization.

This position is responsible for providing diagnosis and treatment of complex orthopedic problems that affect the bones and muscles of children, adolescents, and young adults, who have gait problems, injuries, and neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions, such as cerebral palsy, spinal bifida, muscular dystrophy, and genetic/chromosomal anomalies.

Compensation and Benefits Information

Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity. Salary is just one component of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package, including a retirement saving match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above.

Core Responsibilities and Duties

• Work collaboratively within the interdisciplinary team to provide surgical services that are consistent with patient needs and with current surgical practice.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for orthopedic patients
• Provide consultative clinical care for persons in Gillette Children's programs.
• Communicate effectively with patients and/or their family or caregivers
• Participate in the development of clinical criteria to be used in the monitoring and evaluation of the quality and appropriateness of surgical care provided by the department/service.
• Consult with physicians who provide primary care to Gillette Children's clinic patients to maximize a person's health care and coordinate that care with care provided at Gillette.
• May assume administrative responsibilities within the orthopedics department (i.e., review performance of support personnel and/or nurse practitioners, assist with recruitment, etc.)
• Pursue continuing education to maintain competency in areas of surgical expertise
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives
• Participate in the education of residents by providing seminars and teaching.

SCOPE OF PRACTICE

The orthopedic surgeon will provide services for pediatric patients at Gillette Children's and related clinics. Currently, the orthopedic surgeon will practice primarily at Gillette Children's and related clinics.

Qualifications

Required

• Eligibility for a Minnesota medical license
• Board certified or Board eligible in pediatric orthopedic surgery
• Completion of a fellowship training program in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery