Pediatric Plastic Surgeon

The Department of Plastic Surgery at Nemours Children's Health is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Pediatric Plastic Surgeon with a passion for patient care to join our exceptional team in Wilmington, DE.

Clinical opportunities are available to build and grow a practice based on the surgeon's expertise and interests.

The surgeon will work collaboratively with our dynamic team consisting of three full time surgeons, two physician assistants, and a nurse program manager.

The surgeon is encouraged to pursue academic research and will be a fundamental member of the division and hospital in terms of leadership with the capacity to be help develop and co-lead a burn program with commensurate experience.

Of the three current plastic surgeons: two have craniofacial training, and the third has a focus on breast.

We are looking for an innovative surgeon willing to grow with the hospital's initiatives in fetal surgery, burn reconstruction, orthopedics, and a lymphatics program.

The clinical practice for this role will encompass all aspects of general pediatric plastic surgery with a desire for the candidate to have a specific focus area of clinical dedication and growth.

There is a service component of call divided among the surgeons but the growth opportunities for an excellent clinical practice is paramount.

There is also the opportunity to partner with established research leaders in the Nemours Surgical Outcomes Center to build our clinical research program.

What We Offer


* Competitive base compensation and an annual incentive plan 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 plans and financial counselling services


* Licensure, CME and dues allowance


* Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness


* An innovative, collegial environment with supportive leadership.


* An organization-wide commitment to developing the healthiest workforce in the nation through a robust and wholistic network of wellness/well-being resources and initiatives.

Position/Qualification Requirements


* Medical Degree (MD, DO or equivalent) from an accredited medical school


* Board certified/eligible in Plastic Surgery


* Valid medical license and DEA

How to Apply/For Confidential Consideration

For confidential consideration, please apply below.

Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact Jessica N.

Vega, Sr.

Physician Recruiter.

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