Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery We are seeking a full-time Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join our well-established team at The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. Our pediatric orthopedic surgeons diagnose, treat, and manage a full spectrum of children’s musculoskeletal conditions from infancy through adolescence, utilizing some of the most advanced orthopedic technologies available in New Jersey.
Opportunity Highlights • Scope of Practice
- Full spectrum of pediatric musculoskeletal conditions from infancy through adolescence, including limb and spine deformities, fractures, bone and joint infections, gait abnormalities, and tumors
- Scoliosis
- Surgery: Join a nationally recognized team performing pioneering Anterior Scoliosis
- Correction (ASC) surgery — a minimally invasive, muscle-sparing technique developed at Saint Peter’s
- Advanced
- Imaging: Exclusive access to the EOS® Imaging System — the only hospital in New Jersey offering this low-dose, full-body orthopedic imaging technology for pediatric patients
- Candidates: Welcoming both new graduates and experienced surgeons
- Collaborative
- Care: Multidisciplinary partnership with pediatric surgery, neurology, physical therapy, and orthotics
- Supportive
- Environment: Transparent leadership and administration fostering open communication and the open exchange of ideas
- Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with up to 44 days PTO
- 401(k) with 5% match and 457(b) plans
- $3,000 CME allowance and full malpractice coverage with tail
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility (non-profit system)
- Tuition reimbursement, licensing renewal fees, and medical staff dues covered
- Wellness programs, family caregiving support, and child backup care
- Life and AD&D insurance
- About The Children’s Hospital at Saint Peter’s
- State-designated acute care children’s hospital serving one of NJ’s most diverse and underserved communities
- Magnet® Designated with Distinction℠ for Nursing Excellence; part of one of NJ’s busiest health systems
- Major clinical affiliate of Rutgers Health with full pediatric subspecialty coverage and a freestanding residency program (24 residents)
- Regional Centers of Excellence: Inherited Endocrine Disorders, Craniofacial, Metabolic, Child Protection
- New Brunswick, NJ — 45 min to NYC, 45 min to the beach, 1 hour to Philadelphia
Requirements
- MD or DO licensure in the State of New Jersey (or eligible)
- Board certification or eligibility in Orthopedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, with subspecialty certification or eligibility in Pediatric Orthopedics
- Completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited residency in Orthopedic Surgery and fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
- Must qualify for Saint Peter’s University Hospital Liability insurance Full-time compensation at Saint Peter’s Healthcare System ranges from 175,000.00 - 750,000.00 USD, which is impacted by various factors, including but not limited to physician specialty, years of experience, academic and administrative appointment, and pre-established metrics on productivity/patient engagement/quality. The compensation range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. .
