Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon - General or Sports

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity

Shriners Children's is seeking a full-time Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our team at Shriners Children's New England in Springfield, MA. This surgeon will provide comprehensive care across the full spectrum of pediatric orthopedic conditions, with additional opportunity to help expand our Sports Health Medicine program.

The weekly schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., consisting of two operating room days, two clinic days, and one flex day dedicated to administrative responsibilities or research, offering a balanced blend of surgical practice, outpatient care, and academic or program-development work. There is no emergency room call expectation.

All clinical documentation and workflow are supported through Epic. Typical volumes include 24 surgeries per week and 1418 clinic patients per day. Surgical cases range from tendon releases and simple fractures to complex lower-extremity procedures such as ACL reconstructions, patellofemoral reconstructions, and meniscal repairs. Clinic practice spans the full breadth of pediatric orthopedics, including sports injuries, neuromuscular conditions, lower-extremity malalignment, cleft lip and palate-related orthopedic needs, and other musculoskeletal concerns.

The incoming surgeon will join a collaborative team of eight pediatric orthopedic surgeons, supported by robust APP coverage that enhances clinic efficiency and patient access. This role offers the opportunity to deliver mission-driven, high-quality pediatric orthopedic care within a well-established, multidisciplinary environment.

Key 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/or 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.
• Maintain accountability for meeting established productivity benchmarks (e.g. wRVUS), quality metrics, and institutional performance standards
• Ensure time is allocated in accordance with assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• 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
• 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
• Comprehensive knowledge of pediatric orthopedic surgical techniques, growth and development, and musculoskeletal conditions unique to children.
• Proficiency in operative planning, surgical execution, and perioperative management in pediatric populations.
• Familiarity with pediatric imaging, casting, bracing, and non-operative treatment protocols.
• Effective communication and counseling skills for engaging with pediatric patients and their families.
• Ability to function in a multidisciplinary environment and manage complex care scenarios.
• Competency in use of electronic medical record systems, documentation standards, and clinical decision support tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of a sports medicine fellowship preferred
• Additional subspecialty certification in sports medicine preferred.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

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