<p>Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon opportunity in Asheville, North Carolina with a hospital-employed, full-time position within a Level I Trauma Center and comprehensive pediatric healthcare system. This role offers high-volume pediatric orthopedic surgery with access to advanced surgical resources, a strong regional referral network, and the lifestyle of the Blue Ridge Mountains.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation based on MGMA benchmarks and experience</li> <li>Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits</li> <li>Paid malpractice insurance coverage</li> <li>Paid CME and professional development opportunities</li> <li>Paid time off and financial benefits</li> <li>Hospital-employed status with full employment benefits</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Full-time, hospital-employed pediatric orthopedic surgery position</li> <li>Approximately 4,500 pediatric surgeries annually across all specialties within the comprehensive pediatric center</li> <li>Approximately 3,000 pediatric admissions and 14,000 pediatric emergency department visits annually</li> <li>Level I Trauma Center with advanced surgical resources and operating room capabilities</li> <li>Multidisciplinary pediatric care team including pediatric specialists and supporting surgical staff</li> <li>Established regional pediatric referral network serving Western North Carolina</li> <li>Access to comprehensive pediatric diagnostic and imaging capabilities</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MD or DO with specialized training in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery</li> <li>Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Pediatric Orthopedics</li> <li>Eligible for an unrestricted North Carolina medical license</li> <li>Experienced pediatric orthopedic surgeons encouraged to apply</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Asheville sits in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a four-season lifestyle with colorful autumns, mild summers, and year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and fishing along scenic mountain trails. The vibrant downtown features galleries, live music, festivals, local artisans, award-winning restaurants, and a thriving craft brewery scene. The region provides excellent family-friendly communities with strong public and private school options, and convenient access to major airports in Charlotte, Greenville, and Knoxville.</p>