Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Shriners Children's

$500K+*
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited school
  • Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Completion of fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
  • 1-3 years of post-fellowship clinical experience preferred
  • Board certified or eligible in Orthopedic Surgery with subspecialty in Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Eligibility for active, unrestricted medical licensure in the state
  • Basic Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications required

Responsibilities

  • Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic evaluations for pediatric orthopedic patients
  • Develop treatment plans based on current standards of care and patient-specific needs
  • Provide surgical and non-surgical management of orthopedic conditions
  • Participate in inpatient and outpatient care, including preoperative and postoperative management
  • Collaborate with various healthcare professionals for coordinated patient care
  • Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with legal and institutional regulations
  • Engage in departmental quality improvement and clinical governance activities

Benefits

  • Opportunity to participate in medical education, research, and scholarly activities
  • Involvement in shared call coverage and hospital rounds
  • Access to advanced surgical and non-surgical management techniques
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of specialists
  • Opportunity to impact pediatric patient care with diverse orthopedic conditions
Full Job Description
Job Description

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 Licensures 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
The pay range for this position is $506,170.08 - $1,046,084.83. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

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