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Pediatric Surgeon jobs are open across children's hospitals, academic medical centers, and large health systems, at every level from fellow to attending and division chief, with specializations in neonatal surgery, oncologic surgery, and minimally invasive pediatric procedures. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Inova Children’s is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join a rapidly growing program at Northern Virginia's only dedicated children's hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a nationally recognized children’s health system and contribute to the continued expansion of comprehensive pediatric specialty care throughout Northern Virginia. This full-time position is eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Our group is expanding to nine physicians, creating an opportunity to help shape the division's clinical identity and subspecialty depth.
The group provides comprehensive pediatric orthopedic care across spine and spinal deformity, limb deformity and reconstruction, orthopedic trauma, cerebral palsy and neuro-orthopedics, hand and upper extremity, sports medicine, and foot and ankle. Treatment capabilities include early-onset scoliosis management with casting and MAGEC rods, minimally invasive orthopedic surgery, and pre-participation examinations for young athletes.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Physician Led Organization: Potential for Physician leadership opportunities
- Competitive Compensation Package: Includes a market-competitive base salary, comprehensive performance incentive plan, compensation structure designed to reward quality, patient access, and clinical productivity. Additionally, opportunities for Sign-On, Retention, and Relocation bonuses
- Committed to Team Member Health: Offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of 401k eligible contributions – starting on your first day. 457B retirement plan is also available for physicians in a 0.5 FTE and greater
- CME Support: Up to $3,500 a year for CME support and up to 5 days of CME
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans. Not-for-profit status is eligible for public service loan forgiveness.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off and paid parental leave
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Job Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, treat, and manage muscle, skeletal, or bone conditions.
- Participate in call and call-related trauma surgical management
- Order or perform medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
- Write routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays, and consultations.
- Perform and record history and physical examinations.
- Evaluate treatment options and develop individualized treatment plans. Perform surgical or noninvasive procedures and create postoperative-care plans.
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Minimum Requirements:
- Certification - Basic Life Support upon start; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (for Critical Care) upon start; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (for Pediatrics) upon start
- Licensure - Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner; If Nurse Practitioner: RN Compact License(depending on State of primary residence) AND a license (or eligibility for) as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/ supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances)
- Experience - No prior experience required; New graduate considered
- Education - For Nurse Practitioners: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Master's Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or graduate of a post-masters certificate program for nurse practitioners, OR certificate from an education program that is accredited by the Council of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs/Schools, American Association of Colleges of Nursing of the National League for Nursing; For Physician Assistants: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Payer Credentialing - Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
- Medical Staff Credentialing - Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: 1 year experience in pediatric orthopedics
About Inova Children’s
Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital is Northern Virginia’s only dedicated children’s hospital and serves as a regional destination for comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care. Located on the Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, the nationally recognized 241-bed children’s hospital provides advanced care for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents across more than 45 pediatric specialties. Inova Children ’ s offers some of the region ’ s largest and most comprehensive programs, including nationally recognized programs in cardiology and cardiac surgery, neonatology, gastroenterology and pulmonary care. Our multidisciplinary teams are dedicated to delivering innovative, compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of younger patients and their families.
- Level 1 Trauma Care
- 108-Bed Level IV NICU
- Pediatric Cardiac ICU & Pediatric ICU
- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Unit
- Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit
- Pediatric Cardiac Acute Care Unit
- Pediatric Medical Surgical Units with EMU
- Pediatric Emergency Department
- Pediatric Inpatient EEG, Video EEG, and EMU. Outpatient EEG Program, and Sleep Lab
Inova Children’s is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon to join a rapidly growing program at Northern Virginia's only dedicated children's hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a nationally recognized children’s health system and contribute to the continued expansion of comprehensive pediatric specialty care throughout Northern Virginia. This full-time position is eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Our group is expanding to nine physicians, creating an opportunity to help shape the division's clinical identity and subspecialty depth.
The group provides comprehensive pediatric orthopedic care across spine and spinal deformity, limb deformity and reconstruction, orthopedic trauma, cerebral palsy and neuro-orthopedics, hand and upper extremity, sports medicine, and foot and ankle. Treatment capabilities include early-onset scoliosis management with casting and MAGEC rods, minimally invasive orthopedic surgery, and pre-participation examinations for young athletes.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
- Physician Led Organization: Potential for Physician leadership opportunities
- Competitive Compensation Package: Includes a market-competitive base salary, comprehensive performance incentive plan, compensation structure designed to reward quality, patient access, and clinical productivity. Additionally, opportunities for Sign-On, Retention, and Relocation bonuses
- Committed to Team Member Health: Offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of 401k eligible contributions – starting on your first day. 457B retirement plan is also available for physicians in a 0.5 FTE and greater
- CME Support: Up to $3,500 a year for CME support and up to 5 days of CME
- Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans. Not-for-profit status is eligible for public service loan forgiveness.
- Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off and paid parental leave
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Job Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, treat, and manage muscle, skeletal, or bone conditions.
- Participate in call and call-related trauma surgical management
- Order or perform medical diagnostic or clinical tests.
- Write routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays, and consultations.
- Perform and record history and physical examinations.
- Evaluate treatment options and develop individualized treatment plans. Perform surgical or noninvasive procedures and create postoperative-care plans.
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Minimum Requirements:
- Certification - Basic Life Support upon start; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (for Critical Care) upon start; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (for Pediatrics) upon start
- Licensure - Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner; If Nurse Practitioner: RN Compact License(depending on State of primary residence) AND a license (or eligibility for) as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/ supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances)
- Experience - No prior experience required; New graduate considered
- Education - For Nurse Practitioners: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Master's Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or graduate of a post-masters certificate program for nurse practitioners, OR certificate from an education program that is accredited by the Council of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs/Schools, American Association of Colleges of Nursing of the National League for Nursing; For Physician Assistants: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Payer Credentialing - Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
- Medical Staff Credentialing - Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: 1 year experience in pediatric orthopedics
About Inova Children’s
Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital is Northern Virginia’s only dedicated children’s hospital and serves as a regional destination for comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care. Located on the Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, the nationally recognized 241-bed children’s hospital provides advanced care for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents across more than 45 pediatric specialties. Inova Children ’ s offers some of the region ’ s largest and most comprehensive programs, including nationally recognized programs in cardiology and cardiac surgery, neonatology, gastroenterology and pulmonary care. Our multidisciplinary teams are dedicated to delivering innovative, compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of younger patients and their families.
- Level 1 Trauma Care
- 108-Bed Level IV NICU
- Pediatric Cardiac ICU & Pediatric ICU
- Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Unit
- Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit
- Pediatric Cardiac Acute Care Unit
- Pediatric Medical Surgical Units with EMU
- Pediatric Emergency Department
- Pediatric Inpatient EEG, Video EEG, and EMU. Outpatient EEG Program, and Sleep Lab
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Who's Hiring
- Shriners Children's14
- Virginia Commonwealth University4
- Johns Hopkins Health System3
- INTEGRIS Health2
- Phoenix Children's2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Education12
- Insurance1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric surgeon jobs.
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited pediatric surgery fellowship program
- Board certification or board eligibility in general surgery and pediatric surgery
- Active unrestricted state medical license in the state of employment
- Proficiency in minimally invasive and laparoscopic pediatric surgical techniques
- Experience managing neonatal and complex congenital surgical cases
- Ability to participate in a 24-hour pediatric surgical call pool
Tips for Your Pediatric Surgeon Job Search
Tailor your CV to each subspecialty
Pediatric surgery CVs are judged by case volume and procedure mix, not just credentials. Highlight your neonatal, oncologic, or trauma case numbers prominently, and align them to the specific subspecialty emphasis listed in each job posting.
Filter openings by academic versus community settings
Academic children's hospitals expect a research agenda and teaching duties, while community programs prioritize high surgical volume and breadth of practice. Identify which model fits your goals before applying so your cover letter speaks directly to what each employer values.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pediatric surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Secure reference letters from program directors
Hiring committees at children's hospitals weight letters from fellowship program directors and division chiefs heavily. Ask for letters that address your specific operative competency and independence, not just your character, since those details carry the most weight in surgical hiring decisions.
Prepare a clinical philosophy statement before interviews
Many pediatric surgery programs ask candidates to articulate their approach to family-centered care and shared decision-making. Draft a concise statement in advance so you can speak to it naturally during faculty interviews and avoid generic answers that lose you points.
Negotiate protected time and call structure explicitly
Pediatric surgery contracts often bury call frequency and research or academic protected time in addenda. Request the full call schedule and any protected time commitments in writing before signing, and compare them directly across competing offers to avoid surprises after your start date.
Pediatric Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pediatric surgeons?
The companies hiring the most pediatric surgeons right now include Shriners Children's, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Johns Hopkins Health System, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Missouri, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Children's hospital systems and academic medical centers consistently account for the majority of active openings across the country.
How many pediatric surgeon jobs are remote?
About 0% of pediatric surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of surgical practice. Administrative, telemedicine consultation, and second-opinion review roles within pediatric surgery are the sub-areas most likely to offer some degree of remote flexibility.
How do you become a pediatric surgeon?
You become a pediatric surgeon by completing a four-year undergraduate degree, four years of medical school, a five-year general surgery residency, and a two-year ACGME-accredited pediatric surgery fellowship. After fellowship, you apply for state medical licensure, sit for both general surgery and pediatric surgery board certification exams, and then apply for attending positions at children's hospitals or academic medical centers.
Can you get hired as a pediatric surgeon with limited experience?
Newly graduated fellows are the standard entry point for pediatric surgeon roles, so limited attending experience is not a disqualifying factor if you have completed a fully accredited fellowship. Emphasize your fellowship case log, any subspecialty rotations, and any published research or quality improvement projects to distinguish yourself from other new graduates competing for the same openings.
What does the pediatric surgeon interview process look like?
The pediatric surgeon interview process typically begins with a phone or video screening with the department chair or recruiter, followed by an in-person visit that includes one-on-one meetings with division faculty, a grand rounds or case presentation, a tour of the operating facilities, and a meeting with hospital administration. Final candidates usually receive a follow-up call with contract terms before a formal offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric surgeon jobs?
You can find and apply to pediatric surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subspecialty and practice setting, then apply directly to each position that fits your goals.
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