Chief of Pediatric General Surgery

About the role

The successful candidate will lead the Advanced Delivery Unit and Fetal Care Center Programs, Level One Pediatric Trauma Center, Level 4 NICU, and ELSO Platinum Level ECMO Program. They will oversee a team of 9 pediatric surgeons, 5 advanced practice providers, 2 specialty nurses, and 4 fellows.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Fetal Care Center and Advanced Delivery Unit programs
• Manages the Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level 4 NICU
• Oversees the ELSO Platinum Level ECMO Program
• Provides clinical leadership and mentorship for the Pediatric Surgery fellowship program
• Engages in cutting-edge research and contributes to the advancement of pediatric surgical care

Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
• Fellowship trained in Pediatric General Surgery
• Fetal Surgery experience
• Board certified/eligible in Pediatric General Surgery
• Valid medical license and DEA

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills
• Experience in pediatric general surgery and fetal surgery
• Strong commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement
• Ability to mentor the next generation of pediatric surgeons

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Passion for advancing pediatric surgical care

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including annual incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement planning with 403B with employer match and 457 plans
• Mortgage assistance and relocation packages
• Six weeks of paid family leave
• CME, licensure, and dues allowances
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• No state sales tax in Delaware

Pay

A competitive compensation package that is commensurate with training and experience plus annual incentives valuing clinical, academic and quality achievements.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate clinical responsibilities and research commitments.