Nemours Children's Health
Job Description
The selected candidate will be eligible for a $50k sign-on bonus.
Nemours Children's Health, Florida, is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Surgeon to join our dynamic team at Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, Florida. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment, working alongside two other Pediatric Surgeons with support from five additional Pediatric Surgeons based nearby at Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando.
Position Highlights Call Schedule: Enjoy a balanced work-life with a 1:3 call schedule, supported by a robust team of pediatric surgeons. This position will not be the first responder for trauma cases (managed by adult surgeons).
Support: Expanding 24/7 APP first call coverage with tailored support to meet the team's needs. Support from 24/7 Pediatric Anesthesiologists, as well as other subspecialties.
Research Opportunities: Engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to the advancement of pediatric surgical care.
Educational Involvement: Participate in our Pediatric Residency program, shaping the next generation of pediatric surgeons.
Comprehensive Onsite Services: Access to a wide range of Nemours Children's specialty services at Lakeland Regional, including outpatient Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Nephrology, Urology, Rheumatology and Maternal Fetal Medicine. Inpatient services include Cardiology and MFM Consults, PICU and General Surgery Medical Directorship and Neurology.
What We Offer
No state income tax in the state of Florida
Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the market
Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement
Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plan
Licensure, CME and dues allowance
Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Qualifications
Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
Board certified or board eligible in area of specialty
Valid state medical license
How to Apply / For Confidential Consideration For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact a recruiter.
Lakeland Regional Health Overview
Leading Healthcare Institution: Lakeland Regional Health is one of the largest independent hospitals in Florida, with 910 beds and over 200,000 ER visits (54,000 Pediatric) and 43,000 admissions annually.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: The Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children, built in 2018, offers 300,000 square feet of advanced inpatient and outpatient space, including:
18-bed Pediatric Medical/Surgical Unit
12-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
30-bed Level III NICU, supporting deliveries from 22 weeks to post-term
Level 1 Trauma Center: With over 2,800 trauma visits annually, Lakeland Regional provides critical care for a wide range of pediatric and adult cases.
About Lakeland, Florida
Central Location: Lakeland is strategically located in Central Florida, offering easy access to Orlando, Tampa and world-renowned attractions like Walt Disney World, all within an hour's drive.
Growing Community: As a rapidly expanding area, Lakeland boasts a thriving economy with the corporate headquarters for Publix Supermarkets and a significant Amazon warehouse presence.
High Quality of Life: Enjoy the benefits of living in a state with no income tax, a low cost of living and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools, parks and cultural attractions.
Click on the links to learn more about: Lakeland Regional Health Center for Fetal Care Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women & Children Lakeland Regional Health City of Lakeland
About Us Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state‑of‑the‑art children’s hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary‑urgent‑and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation’s premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day‑to‑day work with colleagues, patients and families.
About the Team At Nemours Children’s, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that’s 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 Children’s 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 more, click here.
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Nemours Children's Health, Florida, is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Surgeon to join our dynamic team at Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, Florida. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment, working alongside two other Pediatric Surgeons with support from five additional Pediatric Surgeons based nearby at Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando.
Position Highlights Call Schedule: Enjoy a balanced work-life with a 1:3 call schedule, supported by a robust team of pediatric surgeons. This position will not be the first responder for trauma cases (managed by adult surgeons).
Support: Expanding 24/7 APP first call coverage with tailored support to meet the team's needs. Support from 24/7 Pediatric Anesthesiologists, as well as other subspecialties.
Research Opportunities: Engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to the advancement of pediatric surgical care.
Educational Involvement: Participate in our Pediatric Residency program, shaping the next generation of pediatric surgeons.
Comprehensive Onsite Services: Access to a wide range of Nemours Children's specialty services at Lakeland Regional, including outpatient Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Nephrology, Urology, Rheumatology and Maternal Fetal Medicine. Inpatient services include Cardiology and MFM Consults, PICU and General Surgery Medical Directorship and Neurology.
What We Offer
No state income tax in the state of Florida
Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the market
Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement
Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plan
Licensure, CME and dues allowance
Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Qualifications
Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
Board certified or board eligible in area of specialty
Valid state medical license
How to Apply / For Confidential Consideration For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact a recruiter.
Lakeland Regional Health Overview
Leading Healthcare Institution: Lakeland Regional Health is one of the largest independent hospitals in Florida, with 910 beds and over 200,000 ER visits (54,000 Pediatric) and 43,000 admissions annually.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: The Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children, built in 2018, offers 300,000 square feet of advanced inpatient and outpatient space, including:
18-bed Pediatric Medical/Surgical Unit
12-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
30-bed Level III NICU, supporting deliveries from 22 weeks to post-term
Level 1 Trauma Center: With over 2,800 trauma visits annually, Lakeland Regional provides critical care for a wide range of pediatric and adult cases.
About Lakeland, Florida
Central Location: Lakeland is strategically located in Central Florida, offering easy access to Orlando, Tampa and world-renowned attractions like Walt Disney World, all within an hour's drive.
Growing Community: As a rapidly expanding area, Lakeland boasts a thriving economy with the corporate headquarters for Publix Supermarkets and a significant Amazon warehouse presence.
High Quality of Life: Enjoy the benefits of living in a state with no income tax, a low cost of living and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools, parks and cultural attractions.
Click on the links to learn more about: Lakeland Regional Health Center for Fetal Care Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women & Children Lakeland Regional Health City of Lakeland
About Us Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state‑of‑the‑art children’s hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary‑urgent‑and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation’s premier pediatric health systems, we’re on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children’s health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child’s world a place to thrive. It’s a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day‑to‑day work with colleagues, patients and families.
About the Team At Nemours Children’s, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that’s 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 Children’s 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 more, click here.
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