Chief of Pediatric General Surgery

The Department of Surgery at Nemours Childrens Hospital Florida in Orlando isseeking a Chief for the Division of Pediatric Surgery.

Candidates should be a recognized academic clinician-educator or researcher at the Associate or Professor level possess strong leadership abilities management experience in multidisciplinary/multi-professional environments and the ability to influence negotiate and motivate collaborators to build a culture of quality and responsiveness. Candidates should be committed to excellent patient care research and leadership on local and national levels. Candidates should also have a strong commitment to the education of residents medical students and advanced practice professionals (APPs). The Division Chief will provide a vision and strategic direction for development of the Division of Pediatric Surgery at Nemours Childrens Hospital as well as leadership supervision and accountability to fulfill the education research clinical and administrative servicemissionsand values of the Department of Surgery at Nemours Childrens Hospital. The Chief of Pediatric Surgery will have operational responsibility for pediatric general surgery with local accountability to the Chair of the Department of Surgery.

The Department of Surgery includes 18 full-time clinical faculty and 19 advanced practice providers (APPs). In addition to Pediatric Surgery the Department comprises the Divisions of Urology Neurosurgery Ophthalmology Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology. The Department provides the pediatric surgery experience for two General Surgery residency programs each training three residents per year as well as one Plastic Surgery residency program that also accepts three residents any given time two residents are rotating on the pediatric surgery addition the Department supports the education of medical students and APP students on a year-round Departments of Orthopedic Surgery and Cardiac Surgery also contribute to the broader surgical enterprise.

All non-clinical activities are coordinated through the Department of Surgery and are accountable to the Department Chair. These activities include research initiatives resident rotations medical student clerkships and other scholarly pursuits.

Position/Qualification Requirements

• MD or DO degree
• Fellowship training and board certification in Pediatric Surgery
• Leadership experience preferred mid-career candidates encouraged to apply
• Ability to secure a valid Florida medical license and DEA

About the Team

At Nemours Childrens our providers and associates work together across specialties clinics and hospitals to give children care thats among the safest most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent top-rated care.

We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Childrens is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn moreclick here.

Nemours Childrens Hospital Florida

Nemours Childrens Hospital Florida a 130-bed facility in Orlando offers life-changing care for children. Celebrating more than a decade our systems southern anchor is rapidly improving the quality of care for children throughout the state. All designed by and for families it creates an environment that promotes childrens physical emotional and spiritual healing. The hospital is an accredited provider of Graduate Medical Education and its located in the innovation area of Orlando known as Lake Nona Medical City. Its a top American Nurses Credentialing Center RN Nurse Residency Program and collaborates with the University of Central Florida College of Medicine. Our pediatric residency program celebrated its first class of graduates in 2022.

We encourage prospective candidates to learn more about our organization and the communities we serve. At Nemours Childrens were not just treating illness were helping children and families live healthier happier lives.

Orlando FL/Lake Nona Medical City

Nestled within Orlando Lake Nona is a vibrant community known for its innovative spirit and quality of life. It offers a tranquil retreat minutes from Orlandos urban center and is a hub for healthcare and life sciences. Lake Nona features upscale residential neighborhoods top-rated schools championship golf courses state-of-the-art sports facilities and diverse retail dining and entertainment options. With a commitment to sustainability and wellness Lake Nona is an ideal place to live work and play.

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