Physician- Pediatric Sports Medicine Surgeon
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Location: Atlanta, GA 30349
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Children's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.
Job Description
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Sports Medicine Surgeon to join a top-ranked orthopedic and sports medicine program. This group consists of 15 surgeons, 10 non-operative physicians, 24 advanced practice providers, and a robust team of sports physical therapists and outreach athletic trainers. This surgeon would have call responsibility and the opportunity to build a strong pediatric sports medicine and trauma practice.
Our team of specialists:
Ranks No. 1 in orthopedic surgery volumes. More kids and teens come to us for orthopedic care than any other pediatric hospital in the country.*
Is the only nationally ranked orthopedic program in Georgia for kids and teens.**
Is the highest-ranked pediatric orthopedic program in the Southeast.**
Performs more spinal fusion surgeries than any other pediatric hospital in the country.*
Treats more fractures any other pediatric hospital in the Southeast.*
Our Orthopedics Program offers several multispecialty programs, meaning our physicians collaborate with other doctors, nurses and clinicians from other specialties and across our System to deliver coordinated orthopedic care and resources to patients. We are also actively involved in research projects to help improve patient outcomes.
Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Program
Bone Health and Diseases Program
Brachial Plexus Program
Cerebral Palsy Program
Comprehensive Limb Difference Program
Concussion Program
Fracture care
Hand and Upper Extremity Program
Hip Program
Orthotics and prosthetics
Scoliosis and Spine Program
Sports Medicine Program
Rooted in Research
National and international research is a top priority for Children's. With more than 100 years of expertise in orthopedics, our team's orthopedic research studies are designed to lead to better outcomes for our patients, like lower infection rates and shorter lengths of stay than the national average, as well as low returns to the operating room.* In addition to conducting ongoing research in spine, sports medicine, hip, limb difference and other areas, our Orthopedics Program performs more orthopedic surgeries than any other pediatric hospital in the country.*
To plan, implement and evaluate the provision of high-quality medical care, with appropriate resource management, to children and adolescents in the respective clinical area.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in respective clinical area.
Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Sports Medicine and Pediatric Orthopedics.
Education
Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school.
Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Orthopedics.
Certification Summary
Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia.
BLS or PALS certification required.
Current DEA registration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.
Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.
Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities: personal organization and time management, human relations and teamwork, personal adaptability, personal motivation, and listening.
Job Responsibilities
Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children's policies and procedures.
Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
Educate and assist trainees with medical decision making.
Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
Completes necessary documentation and ensures timely communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
Actively responds to patient and clinical staff questions and requests.
Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete, and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
Performs other responsibilities as required.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address
5445 Meridian Mark Rd
Job Family
Physician
Work Shift
Work Day(s)
Shift Start Time
Shift End Time
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Children's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.
Job Description
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a fellowship-trained Pediatric Sports Medicine Surgeon to join a top-ranked orthopedic and sports medicine program. This group consists of 15 surgeons, 10 non-operative physicians, 24 advanced practice providers, and a robust team of sports physical therapists and outreach athletic trainers. This surgeon would have call responsibility and the opportunity to build a strong pediatric sports medicine and trauma practice.
Our team of specialists:
Ranks No. 1 in orthopedic surgery volumes. More kids and teens come to us for orthopedic care than any other pediatric hospital in the country.*
Is the only nationally ranked orthopedic program in Georgia for kids and teens.**
Is the highest-ranked pediatric orthopedic program in the Southeast.**
Performs more spinal fusion surgeries than any other pediatric hospital in the country.*
Treats more fractures any other pediatric hospital in the Southeast.*
Our Orthopedics Program offers several multispecialty programs, meaning our physicians collaborate with other doctors, nurses and clinicians from other specialties and across our System to deliver coordinated orthopedic care and resources to patients. We are also actively involved in research projects to help improve patient outcomes.
Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Program
Bone Health and Diseases Program
Brachial Plexus Program
Cerebral Palsy Program
Comprehensive Limb Difference Program
Concussion Program
Fracture care
Hand and Upper Extremity Program
Hip Program
Orthotics and prosthetics
Scoliosis and Spine Program
Sports Medicine Program
Rooted in Research
National and international research is a top priority for Children's. With more than 100 years of expertise in orthopedics, our team's orthopedic research studies are designed to lead to better outcomes for our patients, like lower infection rates and shorter lengths of stay than the national average, as well as low returns to the operating room.* In addition to conducting ongoing research in spine, sports medicine, hip, limb difference and other areas, our Orthopedics Program performs more orthopedic surgeries than any other pediatric hospital in the country.*
To plan, implement and evaluate the provision of high-quality medical care, with appropriate resource management, to children and adolescents in the respective clinical area.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in respective clinical area.
Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Sports Medicine and Pediatric Orthopedics.
Education
Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school.
Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Orthopedics.
Certification Summary
Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery.
Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia.
BLS or PALS certification required.
Current DEA registration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.
Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.
Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities: personal organization and time management, human relations and teamwork, personal adaptability, personal motivation, and listening.
Job Responsibilities
Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children's policies and procedures.
Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
Educate and assist trainees with medical decision making.
Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
Completes necessary documentation and ensures timely communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
Actively responds to patient and clinical staff questions and requests.
Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete, and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
Performs other responsibilities as required.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address
5445 Meridian Mark Rd
Job Family
Physician