A 266-bed hospital with a Level II Trauma Center in El Paso, Texas is recruiting a fellowship-trained, board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Surgeon to join its employed pediatric surgery program. The practice spans the full spectrum of pediatric general and neonatal surgery, with direct collaboration alongside an on-site Level III NICU — a combination that positions this role as the clinical anchor for complex pediatric surgical care across the El Paso region. Texas levies no state income tax, and the city's affordable cost of living makes this an unusually strong compensation value proposition for a subspecialist at this level.
Perks and Benefits
- Employed position with a competitive salary structure
- Comprehensive benefits package included
- Relocation assistance provided
- Professional liability (malpractice) insurance covered
- CME allowance included
- No Texas state income tax — meaningful net compensation advantage
Practice Highlights
- Full-spectrum pediatric general surgery across all age groups and acuity levels
- Neonatal surgery integrated with an on-site Level III NICU — direct collaboration with neonatology team
- Pediatric trauma surgery support within a designated Level II Trauma Center
- Minimally invasive surgical techniques incorporated into routine practice
- 266-bed hospital with dedicated pediatric services and infrastructure
- Regional referral hub for pediatric surgical care serving the greater El Paso area and surrounding communities
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree required
- Fellowship training in Pediatric Surgery required
- Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Surgery (American Board of Surgery — Pediatric Surgery)
- Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
About the Community
El Paso sits at the western tip of Texas along the Rio Grande, framed by the Franklin Mountains and offering more than 300 days of sunshine annually. The city is consistently ranked among the most affordable large metros in the country, with a family-friendly culture, strong public and private school options, and immediate access to hiking, mountain biking, and desert recreation. Its unique bicultural character, proximity to New Mexico and the Chihuahuan Desert, and low cost of living make El Paso a compelling destination for physicians seeking quality of life alongside a high-acuity subspecialty practice.