Division Chief, Pediatric Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Nemours • Wilmington, DE

210d

About The Position

Nemours Children's Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Sports Medicine Surgeon to lead its Division of Pediatric Orthopedic Sports Medicine in the Delaware Valley. One of the largest pediatric programs in the country, the Department of Orthopedics includes 14 surgeons, two nonoperative physicians, 18 advanced practice providers and three clinical fellows with world-renowned programs in spine, cerebral palsy, skeletal dysplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta, and lower extremity differences. Our program is the largest and most respected program in the region and offers performance, rehabilitation and training programs led by multidisciplinary specialists. With fully equipped sports medicine gyms and a Gait and Motion Analysis Laboratory, we provide comprehensive care for young athletes. We are looking to grow clinically and to expand the research footprint, leveraging strategic opportunities and resources specifically devoted to this effort.

Requirements

• Board-certified in Orthopedic Surgery
• Pediatric Orthopedic Sports Medicine fellowship training
• Certificate of added qualification in Sports Medicine
• Eligible for medical licensure in DE, NJ and PA

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the Delaware Valley Sports Medicine Division.
• Provide high-quality, expert clinical care for pediatric sports injuries and maintain an active clinical practice.
• Lead training programs for fellows, residents and medical students, and enhance our academic affiliation with Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University.
• Promote and expand research activities within the department.
• Represent Nemours Children's in local, regional and national forums and specialty societies and engage in regional outreach initiatives to promote youth sports health.
• Work closely with the Chair, Nemours Children's leadership and medical education staff to ensure the highest standards of clinical, research and teaching services.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation.
• Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision and wellness programs.
• Relocation packages and 403B with employer match.
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree