Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon – Sports Medicine

Childrens Orthopaedics And Scoliosis Surgery Assoc•St. Petersburg, FL

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP (COSSA) is a highly respected, physician-owned pediatric orthopaedic group with six fellowship-trained surgeons 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. We are recruiting a General Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with a strong interest in sports medicine to join our established Tampa Bay practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a sports-minded pediatric orthopaedist to build a high-volume clinical and surgical practice within a collaborative, well-established group.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery fellowship
Board eligible or board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
Eligible for Florida medical licensure
Eligible for hospital privileges
Demonstrated ability to manage a broad spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including fracture care and sports-related injuries
Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to high-quality patient care

Nice To Haves

Fellowship-trained pediatric orthopaedic surgeon
Strong interest in sports medicine
Enjoys caring for active children and adolescent athletes
Values a generalist practice model
Subspecialty interests in sports medicine, hip preservation, foot & ankle, or trauma are welcome
Comfortable managing a wide spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions
Collaborating within a multispecialty group
Clinical interest or experience in pediatric and adolescent sports medicine
Experience caring for youth and adolescent athletes, including acute injuries and overuse conditions
Interest in community outreach and relationship-building with local schools, athletic programs, and referring providers
Comfort practicing within a general pediatric orthopaedic call model
Collaborative mindset and interest in long-term partnership in a physician-owned group
Patient-centered approach to care
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including PAs, athletic trainers, and nursing staff
Commitment to ethical practice, professionalism, and continuous improvement
Interest in contributing to clinical education and mentorship within the practice

Responsibilities

Manage a broad spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including fracture care and sports-related injuries.
Build a high-volume clinical and surgical practice.
Develop relationships with local schools, athletic programs, and community sports organizations.
Participate in group call coverage (Q6 - APP's take 1st call).
Practice across COSSA’s Tampa Bay clinic locations as needed.