Pediatric Orthopedic Research Fellowship

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Washington University School of Medicine is seeking a full-time pediatric orthopedic surgeon to join its nationally recognized Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Orthopedic Surgery.

The successful candidate will build a general pediatric orthopedic surgery practice with a special interest in trauma, deformity, neuromuscular conditions or a related subspecialty. This position offers significant opportunity for clinical practice growth, participation in resident and fellow education and clinical or translational research.

The position includes an academic appointment at the assistant, associate or full professor level, commensurate with experience.

Clinical responsibilities

The pediatric orthopedic surgeon will:

• Build and maintain a general pediatric orthopedic surgery practice
• Develop a clinical focus in trauma, deformity, neuromuscular conditions or another pediatric orthopedic subspecialty
• Support the Pediatric Orthopedic Trauma Service at a Level I trauma center
• Provide clinical care at Shriners Hospital for Children, working with other pediatric orthopedic specialists to treat patients with general orthopedic needs
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate, diagnose and treat conditions ranging from common injuries to complex musculoskeletal disorders and deformities
• Participate fully in the clinical and academic activities of the pediatric orthopedic division
• Support the continued growth of pediatric orthopedic services

The Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Orthopedic Surgery has a national and international reputation for excellence. Washington University School of Medicine and St. Louis Children’s Hospital are recognized regionally and nationally for providing advanced pediatric care.

Education and teaching responsibilities

The faculty member will actively participate in orthopedic resident and fellow education, including:

• Clinical instruction and supervision
• Teaching in the operating room and outpatient setting
• Participation in conferences, journal clubs and other educational activities
• Mentorship of residents, fellows and medical students

Research opportunities

The faculty member will have the opportunity to participate in clinical and translational research based on their interests and academic goals.

The department supports collaboration with researchers across Washington University School of Medicine. Experienced research coordinators are available to assist with research development and implementation.

About the practice

WashU Medicine Orthopedics is a nationally recognized academic orthopedic practice serving patients throughout the St. Louis region and beyond.

Practice highlights include:

• More than 230,000 patient visits annually
• Approximately 20,000 surgeries annually
• More than 100 orthopedic specialists
• 13 clinical locations across the region
• Louis Children’s Hospital and Barnes-Jewish Hospital, both Level I trauma centers
• Team physician relationships with the St. Louis Blues, St. Louis CITY SC and other area teams

St. Louis is home to a strong academic and medical community and serves as a regional center for research, education and advanced patient care.

Compensation and benefits

Washington University provides comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Competitive base compensation with productivity-based earning potential
• Year-end bonus opportunity based on division profitability
• Retirement savings plan
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Long-term disability and life insurance
• Tuition benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children
• Discretionary allowance for approved professional and educational expenses
• Work-life and family-care resources
• Free MetroLink and bus pass

For additional information about Washington University benefits, visit hr.wustl.edu .

Our mission and vision

Vision: To redefine excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation.

Mission: To have a national and international impact on orthopedics through excellence in clinical care, education, research and leadership.

Department distinctions include:

• 1 in Missouri for adult orthopedics, U.S. News & World Report
• 4 in the United States for orthopedic residency training, Doximity
• 3 in the United States for NIH-funded orthopedic research, BRIMR

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:

Karen Addison
Assistant to Lindley Wall, MD, MSc
Professor and Division Chief
Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Orthopedic Surgery
Washington University School of Medicine
314-747-4705
kaddison@wustl.edu

For additional information, visit hr.wustl.edu .

Equal opportunity statement

Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Required qualifications

Applicants must:

• Have completed or be in the process of completing an accredited pediatric orthopedic surgery fellowship
• Be board certified or board eligible in orthopedic surgery
• Be eligible to obtain a permanent Missouri medical license
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellent pediatric orthopedic care
• Demonstrate an interest in resident, fellow and medical student education
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary academic practice

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