Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Hand Job at Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville, FL

  • Nemours Children's Health
  • Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

Job-ID: 18297Category: PhysicianLocation: Jacksonville, FL, United StatesWorkplace: On-siteSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-03-16The 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 OverviewThe 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 injuryCongenital hand and upper extremity deformitiesUpper extremity trauma and reconstructionCollaborative microsurgical and complex reconstructive initiatives with Plastic SurgeryUpper extremity sports medicine, including development of wrist and elbow collaborations and surgical care pathwaysNeuromuscular hand disorders Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expert clinical care in pediatric orthopedics with a focus on hand and upper extremity conditionsParticipate in the continued development and growth of pediatric hand and upper extremity program in Jacksonville and North Florida regionWork closely with multidisciplinary partners across orthopedics, rehabilitation, therapy, plastics, and sports medicineContribute to education, quality improvement, clinical innovation, and outcomes-based careParticipate in educational initiatives to training 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 advancementWhat We OfferA robust, collaborative pediatric orthopedic practice within a nationally recognized children's health systemAbility to contribute to program development, clinical pathways, and long-term strategic growthSupport for clinical research and quality improvement initiativesAcademic partnerships with Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FloridaCompetitive 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.QualificationsCompletion of an ACGME-accredited orthopedic surgery residencyCompletion of, or current enrollment in, fellowship training in Pediatric OrthopedicsCompletion of, or current enrollment in, fellowship training in Hand Surgery Board certified or board eligible in orthopedic surgeryEligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEAAbout the company Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships. Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive. Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued. Learn more at Nemours.org.

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