Entry Level Pediatric Surgeon Jobs
New grad pediatric surgeon jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or residency training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Virginia Commonwealth University, SIU Medicine, and Legacy Health hiring at this level now.
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Position Overview
Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel in Portland, OR, seeks a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
Practice & Team Environment
Candidates would join an established team that includes 3 pediatric orthopedic surgeons and 4 physician associates. This position would include operating, covering call, and providing clinic care at Randall Children’s Hospital, with additional clinic duties at our satellite clinic at Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital in Vancouver, WA. Our program offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services in the Portland/Vancouver area. An interest in pediatric sports surgery is preferred but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
Legacy offers competitive compensation with a production-based bonus structure and a generous benefits package, including a hire-on bonus, medical, dental, and vision coverage, CME allowance, malpractice coverage, retirement plans, and relocation bonus.
About Randall Children’s Hospital & Legacy Health
Randall Children’s and Legacy Medical Group Pediatric Orthopedics is committed to delivering comprehensive and family-centered care with compassion and excellence. We offer complex care in a setting that lets kids be kids. Conveniently located in the heart of Portland, we serve babies, children, and teens from throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization eligible for federal educational loan forgiveness.
Location & Lifestyle: Portland, Oregon
The Portland–Vancouver area consistently ranks among the nation’s most livable regions, offering vibrant urban neighborhoods, family-friendly communities, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation throughout the year.
Pay Range
Production Plan, 2-year salary guarantee, $517,523 - $582,214.
Responsibilities
- Provides a full range of orthopedic care, to include general orthopedics and pediatric orthopedics, to patients of Legacy Health System. Such care is provided in an office, outpatient, or inpatient setting and includes the full and expected mix of patient problems and surgical approaches.
- Provides “non-trauma” coverage on an “on-call” capacity for Emanuel Hospital.
- Provides office follow up of orthopedic patients.
- Participates in the education program for OHSU orthopedic surgery residents.
- Participates in the Legacy Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement programs as appropriate for clinical practice.
- Completes medical records, coding and billing schedules and forms, and other needed paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Participates in Legacy research activities as appropriate.
- Works with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and elderly/geriatric patients.
Education
Qualifications
- Graduate of four-year U.S. Medical School or equivalent.
- Completion of ACGME accredited residency in orthopedic surgery.
- Fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery required.
Experience
Preferred candidates have a strong clinical background, a great work ethic, and an interest in expanding our pediatric orthopedic practice, quality improvement, and education.
Licensure
- Medical License for the applicable state.
- Membership on LPH Medical Staff.
- Board Eligible/Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
- ATLS required for trauma privileges.
Please Note: No J1 or H-1B visa opportunities.
For additional information please formally apply or contact Forrest Brown, FOBROWN@LHS.ORG
Pay Range
USD $517,523.00 - USD $582,214.00 /Yr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Overview
Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel in Portland, OR, seeks a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
Practice & Team Environment
Candidates would join an established team that includes 3 pediatric orthopedic surgeons and 4 physician associates. This position would include operating, covering call, and providing clinic care at Randall Children’s Hospital, with additional clinic duties at our satellite clinic at Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital in Vancouver, WA. Our program offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services in the Portland/Vancouver area. An interest in pediatric sports surgery is preferred but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
Legacy offers competitive compensation with a production-based bonus structure and a generous benefits package, including a hire-on bonus, medical, dental, and vision coverage, CME allowance, malpractice coverage, retirement plans, and relocation bonus.
About Randall Children’s Hospital & Legacy Health
Randall Children’s and Legacy Medical Group Pediatric Orthopedics is committed to delivering comprehensive and family-centered care with compassion and excellence. We offer complex care in a setting that lets kids be kids. Conveniently located in the heart of Portland, we serve babies, children, and teens from throughout the Pacific Northwest. We are a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization eligible for federal educational loan forgiveness.
Location & Lifestyle: Portland, Oregon
The Portland–Vancouver area consistently ranks among the nation’s most livable regions, offering vibrant urban neighborhoods, family-friendly communities, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation throughout the year.
Pay Range
Production Plan, 2-year salary guarantee, $517,523 - $582,214.
Responsibilities
- Provides a full range of orthopedic care, to include general orthopedics and pediatric orthopedics, to patients of Legacy Health System. Such care is provided in an office, outpatient, or inpatient setting and includes the full and expected mix of patient problems and surgical approaches.
- Provides “non-trauma” coverage on an “on-call” capacity for Emanuel Hospital.
- Provides office follow up of orthopedic patients.
- Participates in the education program for OHSU orthopedic surgery residents.
- Participates in the Legacy Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement programs as appropriate for clinical practice.
- Completes medical records, coding and billing schedules and forms, and other needed paperwork in a timely fashion.
- Participates in Legacy research activities as appropriate.
- Works with infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and elderly/geriatric patients.
Education
Qualifications
- Graduate of four-year U.S. Medical School or equivalent.
- Completion of ACGME accredited residency in orthopedic surgery.
- Fellowship in pediatric orthopedic surgery required.
Experience
Preferred candidates have a strong clinical background, a great work ethic, and an interest in expanding our pediatric orthopedic practice, quality improvement, and education.
Licensure
- Medical License for the applicable state.
- Membership on LPH Medical Staff.
- Board Eligible/Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
- ATLS required for trauma privileges.
Please Note: No J1 or H-1B visa opportunities.
For additional information please formally apply or contact Forrest Brown, FOBROWN@LHS.ORG
Pay Range
USD $517,523.00 - USD $582,214.00 /Yr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Entry Level Pediatric Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level pediatric surgeon job?
Start by completing a pediatric surgery fellowship, which is the primary credential employers look for at the entry level. Highlighting hands-on case volume from your residency and fellowship, strong letters of recommendation from attending surgeons, and any research or publication experience gives you a real edge. Hospitals and children's medical centers often prioritize candidates who demonstrate subspecialty interest and collaborative clinical skills during the hiring process.
Which companies hire entry level pediatric surgeons?
Companies hiring entry level pediatric surgeons right now include Virginia Commonwealth University, SIU Medicine, and Legacy Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. The kinds of employers most active at this level include children's hospitals, academic medical centers, and large health systems that run active pediatric surgery programs and need to staff fellowship-trained surgeons in junior attending roles.
Are there remote entry level pediatric surgeon jobs?
Yes, though remote opportunities in this field are limited given the hands-on nature of surgical practice. About 0% of entry level pediatric surgeon openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve telemedicine consultations, post-operative follow-up care, or administrative and research responsibilities rather than direct operative work.
Are these new grad pediatric surgeon jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior pediatric surgeon roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes candidates completing a fellowship, accepts zero to two years of attending experience, or explicitly values internship and training volume over an established independent practice history. Many children's hospitals actively recruit new grads to bring in current clinical training and fellowship expertise.
Which industries hire the most entry level pediatric surgeons?
Entry Level pediatric surgeon roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they operate high-volume pediatric programs that depend on fellowship-trained surgeons to meet patient demand and support teaching and research missions.