Pediatric Orthopedic Hand Surgeon
The Nemours Foundation, Jacksonville, FL, United States
The Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Nemours Children’s Health, Jacksonville is seeking an
Academic Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon with focus on Pediatric Orthopedics and Hand/Upper Extremity Surgery
to join our growing and collaborative team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized pediatric health system and help expand a high-quality orthopedic program serving children and families across Northeast Florida and the surrounding region.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will join a collegial department that includes eight pediatric orthopedic surgeons, soon to be nine, two pediatric non-operative sports medicine physicians, twelve advanced practice providers.
The candidate will provide comprehensive pediatric orthopedic care with a primary clinical focus on
hand and upper extremity disorders , working closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes orthotics and prosthetics, rehabilitation specialists, and care coordination professionals.
There is
no separate hand call
associated with this position. Call responsibilities are shared across the
pediatric orthopedic surgery team , and with a group of
eight surgeons, soon to be nine , the call schedule is structured to be highly manageable.
The selected candidate will have the ability to create focused clinical niches and multidisciplinary programs in areas such as:
Brachial plexus and neonatal brachial plexus injury
Congenital hand and upper extremity deformities
Upper extremity trauma and reconstruction
Collaborative microsurgical and complex reconstructive initiatives with Plastic Surgery
Upper extremity sports medicine, including development of wrist and elbow collaborations and surgical care pathways
Neuromuscular hand disorders
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert clinical care in pediatric orthopedics with a focus on hand and upper extremity conditions
Participate in the continued development and growth of pediatric hand and upper extremity program in Jacksonville and North Florida region
Work closely with multidisciplinary partners across orthopedics, rehabilitation, therapy, plastics, and sports medicine
Contribute to education, quality improvement, clinical innovation, and outcomes-based care
Participate in educational initiatives to train pediatric orthopedic fellows, residents, and medical students and strengthen academic affiliations with the University of Florida and Mayo Clinic Jacksonville.
Pursue opportunities in clinical research, program development, and academic advancement
What We Offer
A robust, collaborative pediatric orthopedic practice within a nationally recognized children's health system
Ability to contribute to program development, clinical pathways, and long-term strategic growth
Support for clinical research and quality improvement initiatives
Academic partnerships with Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
Competitive base plus incentive compensation aligned with clinical performance, academic accomplishments, and quality metrics.
No state income in Florida along with a comprehensive benefits package including relocation and mortgage assistance and not-for-profit employment with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Qualifications
Completion of an ACGME-accredited orthopedic surgery residency
Completion of, or current enrollment in,
fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedics
Completion of, or current enrollment in,
fellowship training in Hand Surgery
Board certified or board eligible in orthopedic surgery
Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
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Academic Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon with focus on Pediatric Orthopedics and Hand/Upper Extremity Surgery
to join our growing and collaborative team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized pediatric health system and help expand a high-quality orthopedic program serving children and families across Northeast Florida and the surrounding region.
Position Overview
The selected candidate will join a collegial department that includes eight pediatric orthopedic surgeons, soon to be nine, two pediatric non-operative sports medicine physicians, twelve advanced practice providers.
The candidate will provide comprehensive pediatric orthopedic care with a primary clinical focus on
hand and upper extremity disorders , working closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes orthotics and prosthetics, rehabilitation specialists, and care coordination professionals.
There is
no separate hand call
associated with this position. Call responsibilities are shared across the
pediatric orthopedic surgery team , and with a group of
eight surgeons, soon to be nine , the call schedule is structured to be highly manageable.
The selected candidate will have the ability to create focused clinical niches and multidisciplinary programs in areas such as:
Brachial plexus and neonatal brachial plexus injury
Congenital hand and upper extremity deformities
Upper extremity trauma and reconstruction
Collaborative microsurgical and complex reconstructive initiatives with Plastic Surgery
Upper extremity sports medicine, including development of wrist and elbow collaborations and surgical care pathways
Neuromuscular hand disorders
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert clinical care in pediatric orthopedics with a focus on hand and upper extremity conditions
Participate in the continued development and growth of pediatric hand and upper extremity program in Jacksonville and North Florida region
Work closely with multidisciplinary partners across orthopedics, rehabilitation, therapy, plastics, and sports medicine
Contribute to education, quality improvement, clinical innovation, and outcomes-based care
Participate in educational initiatives to train pediatric orthopedic fellows, residents, and medical students and strengthen academic affiliations with the University of Florida and Mayo Clinic Jacksonville.
Pursue opportunities in clinical research, program development, and academic advancement
What We Offer
A robust, collaborative pediatric orthopedic practice within a nationally recognized children's health system
Ability to contribute to program development, clinical pathways, and long-term strategic growth
Support for clinical research and quality improvement initiatives
Academic partnerships with Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
Competitive base plus incentive compensation aligned with clinical performance, academic accomplishments, and quality metrics.
No state income in Florida along with a comprehensive benefits package including relocation and mortgage assistance and not-for-profit employment with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Qualifications
Completion of an ACGME-accredited orthopedic surgery residency
Completion of, or current enrollment in,
fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopedics
Completion of, or current enrollment in,
fellowship training in Hand Surgery
Board certified or board eligible in orthopedic surgery
Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA
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