Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Division Lead

OSF HealthCare•Peoria, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Children’s Hospital of Illinois is a Level 1 Trauma Center and seeks a pediatric orthopedic surgeon for a rapidly growing practice. This opportunity would best suit an individual willing to grow a general pediatric orthopedic surgical and non-surgical practice with an opportunity to develop a subspecialty interest in areas such as clubfoot care, neuromuscular, and spinal deformity. Children’s Hospital of Illinois is the primary pediatric teaching facility for the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL, so the candidate may apply for associate/assistant professor status. The position is supported by a growing referral base of 100 CHOI pediatric sub-specialists, over 157 OSF Medical Group practice locations in Illinois and 1,000+ physicians on staff at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. The role utilizes state-of-the-art equipment including, but not limited to O-Arm navigation, Medtronic Stealth navigation, ROSA, and MazrX. Comprehensive support services are available to optimize surgical care across the continuum, including fellowship-trained pediatric anesthesiologists, a fellowship-trained radiologist, child life services, neonatologists, pediatric intensivists/hospitalists, and Physician Assistant support in the OR. As Division Lead, the individual will provide leadership and strategic direction for the Pediatric Orthopedic Division, supporting the continued growth of clinical services and helping position Children’s Hospital of Illinois as a destination center for pediatric specialty care. This includes strengthening collaboration across CHOI and OSF HealthCare by fostering strong relationships with referring providers, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners. The role oversees quality, safety, and performance initiatives within the division to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and a consistent, high-value experience for families. The Division Lead will support the academic mission through active participation in teaching, mentorship, and scholarly activity in partnership with the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria. Additionally, the role guides development, recruitment, and retention to build a sustainable and high-performing division, and collaborates with other faculty in maintaining excellence in general pediatric education within pediatrics, emergency medicine, and surgery. The position also requires maintaining a clinical service program to meet regional needs.

Requirements

Must be board certified or eligible in orthopedics with a fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery
Be eligible for an Illinois license
Have strong teaching abilities and interpersonal skills
At least 5 years of pediatric orthopedics practice with leadership experience
Doctorate
Physician Licensed to practice medicine in current state.
Board certified or board eligible in the appropriate specialty(ies).
Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.
Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Opportunity to develop a subspecialty interest in areas such as clubfoot care, neuromuscular, and spinal deformity.
Opportunity for academic appointment with the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Pediatric Orthopedic Division, supporting the continued growth of clinical services and helping position Children’s Hospital of Illinois as a destination center for pediatric specialty care.
Strengthen collaboration across CHOI and OSF HealthCare by fostering strong relationships with referring providers, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners.
Oversee quality, safety, and performance initiatives within the division to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and a consistent, high‑value experience for families.
Support the academic mission through active participation in teaching, mentorship, and scholarly activity in partnership with the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria.
Guide development, recruitment, and retention to build a sustainable and high‑performing division.
Collaborate with other faculty in maintaining excellence in general pediatric education within pediatrics, emergency medicine and surgery.
Maintain a clinical service program to meet regional needs.