Pediatric General Surgery Marietta, GA

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. Marietta, GA 30060, US

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

At Wellstar we all share common goals. That’s what makes us so successful – and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.

Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a Pediatric General Surgeon, board-certified/board-eligible in Pediatric Surgery, to work at an established hospital in Metropolitan Atlanta, GA. Wellstar started expanding pediatric services ten years ago beyond ambulatory pediatrics and NICU and has built an extensive network of over 80 employed pediatricians, multiple pediatric subspecialities, a large pediatric ER volume of >100,000 pediatric patients per year, and over 14,000 newborn deliveries annually. This network of patients within the system supports the creation of a Pediatric Surgery program at Wellstar to provide excellent care to patients and families close to home and internal to the system.

The incoming candidate can expect a schedule that would allow for 2 half days per week in the clinic in addition to elective and emergent surgeries. Candidate would likely be responsible for 7 days a month of call coverage with no trauma or ECMO responsibilities. Additional details include:
Outpatient
Outpatient clinic is located within walking distance to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Well-rounded Pediatric Surgical practice with opportunities to build chest wall deformity program, bariatric program and develop robotic skills
Immediate referrals from the large pediatric patient base from within the system and more

Inpatient
The incoming candidate will perform surgeries at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Level 3 NICU at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
6 bed PICU at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
State of art Robotics and Laparoscopic Surgery
Based upon current referrals, it is expected that the practice will build to approximately 1,000 surgical cases per year (400 cases performed in first year).

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
CME allowance
Extended illness bank
Concierge service
Adoption assistance

Required Minimum Licensure/Certification: Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Pediatric Surgery
MD or DO
J1 and H1 visas are considered

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

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