New Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Opening – Growing #2 Ranked Children’s Hospital
Description
We’re seeking a board eligible and/or board certified, fellowship-trained Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon for a new opening to join the team of well-respected surgeons at Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands. The position is employed by Baylor College of Medicine, and academic rank and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
In addition to providing the full spectrum of pediatric orthopedic surgery care, the successful candidate will also participate in shared call (1:5) at this Level 2 trauma hospital. Full participation in the education programs of the Department in coordination with the Chief of the Division of Orthopedic Surgery will also be expected. General pediatric surgeons are welcomed. Interest and demonstrated skills and experience in areas such as sports medicine and limb deformity correction are desirable, but not required for consideration.
U.S. News & World Report 2022-23 rankings recognized Texas Children’s Hospital as #2 in the nation of the best children’s hospitals as well as #1 in Texas and #1 in the Southwest. In addition, Texas Children’s ranked #8 in Orthopedics out of nearly 200 pediatric institutions. The Orthopedic Surgery service is the premier orthopedic surgical provider in the greater Houston region and beyond, including south and eastern Texas with international patients, as well. The pediatric orthopedic program includes 17 pediatric orthopedists spread across three hospital campuses.
Qualifications
- M.D./D.O.
- Successful completion of the ACGME Orthopedic Surgery Residency
- Successful completion of fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
- Board-eligible/board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- Must have or be eligible for an unrestricted Texas medical license
About The Woodlands
Located about 45 minutes north of downtown Houston, The Woodlands is one of the top master-planned communities in the nation. Designed to foster the best in career opportunities, neighborhood involvement, family life and recreation, the area includes 7,790 acres of green space, 130 neighborhood parks, 205 miles of hike and bike trails, the 200-acre Lake Woodlands, and plenty of golf, tennis, and kayaking. It’s also home to top-notch medical facilities, including Texas Children’s Hospital, excellent schools, approximately 200 restaurants, upscale shopping and more than 21 million square feet of office, research, institutional and industrial space. Ten residential villages have been designed as small towns, and each has its own range of home styles and price points, as well as a plethora of local amenities. You’ll love the outstanding quality of life here—plus, as a resident of Texas, you will pay no state income tax.
In The Woodlands, you’re less than 90 minutes from coastal Galveston, about two and a half hours from Austin, and about three hours from both Dallas and San Antonio. You’ll also enjoy the short 30-mile drive to Houston, home to two 4-star international airports, a wealth of major-league sports events, world-class cultural attractions and entertainment, and world-renowned cuisine.
For complete details and confidential consideration, please forward your CV and cover letter to:
Glenda Church Smith, Principal
Pediatric Search Partners
877-440-3832 Telephone
214-850-3094 Text
Email: glenda@pediatricsearchpartners.com
