Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Shriners Children's•Sacramento, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children’s is seeking a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join their team. This role involves providing comprehensive care to pediatric patients with a wide range of orthopedic conditions. The organization is committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research, fostering a learning environment that values evidence-based practice and innovation. Shriners Children’s provides care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status across its global network of hospitals and clinics.

Requirements

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
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

Nice To Haves

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

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.