Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Surgeon

Academic Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
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.
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.
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.
Collaborative microsurgical and complex reconstructive initiatives with Plastic Surgery
Upper extremity sports medicine, including development of wrist and elbow collaborations and surgical care pathways
Provide expert clinical care in pediatric orthopedics with a focus on hand and upper extremity conditions
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 fellow, 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
A robust, collaborative pediatric orthopedic practice within a nationally recognized children's health system
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.
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