Pediatric Burn Surgeon

Company Overview

Why Shriners Children’s

Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopedic, spinal cord injury, and cleft lip and palate pediatric subspecialties healthcare system. With multiple hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Our mission is to change and improve lives by caring for our patients, conducting research to gain knowledge and develop new treatments, and providing educational opportunities for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• Ranked top Midsized Employer by Forbes and Statistica Inc.
• 4 locations ranked on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Children’s Hospitals for pediatric orthopedics
• Winner of 9 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Awards and 5 Pinnacle of Excellence Awards for Patient Experience (2023)
• $20 million in annual funding for innovative research in genomics, clinical motional analysis, and other forms of translational research.

About Shriners Children’s Texas

Located next to the campus of the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Shriners Children’s Texas is where hope and healing meet. Our compassionate, respected physicians and staff are highly specialized in burn care, orthopedic conditions, complex skin conditions, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our facility is designated by the American Burn Association (ABA) and the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma as a verified pediatric burn care center, providing highly specialized acute, reconstructive, and rehabilitative care for children with severe burns (>30-40% TBSA) and other soft tissue conditions.

Located just an hour away from Houston, Galveston offers a unique blend of coastal living, rich history, and a vibrant culture:

• Costal location: Work near beautiful beaches with year-round outdoor activities
• Diverse Industries: Jobs in healthcare, tourism, education, and marine research
• Affordable Living: Lower coast of living compared to other coastal cities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options available
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match, 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan, and Defined Contribution Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Generous budget and time off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Employer sponsored professional liability coverage
• Relocation assistance
• School Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Basic Life/AD&D and Short-Term Disability Insurance provided at no cost
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
• Voluntary Benefits: Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness/Accident Insurance, hospital indemnity coverage, identity theft protection, and more.

All employees are eligible to receive medical, vision and dental coverage starting on their first day. Other benefit elections may vary based on eligibility and location.

Job Overview

Shriners Children’s Texas is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Burn Surgeon to join our nationally recognized interdisciplinary burn care team. The Pediatric Burn Surgeon will provide advanced surgical care to pediatric burn patients, including acute burn management, reconstruction, and complex wound care. This role involves collaboration with a dedicated team of plastic surgeons, intensivists, Advanced Practice Providers, anesthesiologists, therapists, nurses, and researchers to deliver outstanding, family-centered care in an academic and mission-driven environment. Successful candidates will have completed both burn and surgical critical care fellowships and have experience with treating pediatric burn patients.

Four burn surgeons cover the service, with one surgeon on service per week (Mon-Thurs). Home call is taken on a 1-in-4 rotating basis, running concurrently with the service week, and is supported by an in-house resident on night float and a burn fellow for backup. Weekend calls are taken approximately one weekend per month. 4 APPs serve the inpatient unit and burn clinic.

This is a full benefits eligible position that entails a 0.8 FTE commitment. Compensation is determined based on years of clinical experience and departmental equity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessment, triage, and stabilization of pediatric burn patients in accordance with established burn care protocols.
• Perform surgical procedures related to burn care, including but not limited to escharotomies, excision and grafting, reconstructive surgeries, and contracture releases.
• Oversee fluid resuscitation, wound management, pain control, nutritional support, and critical care for burn-injured patients.
• Participate in the longitudinal care of patients, including outpatient follow-up, scar management, and rehabilitation planning.
• Coordinate care with pediatric intensivists, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, psychologists, and social workers in a comprehensive burn care team.
• Provide consultation services within the hospital system and support referral networks for pediatric burn management.
• Maintain detailed and timely documentation in the electronic health record, adhering to regulatory, institutional, and professional standards.
• Participate in burn unit quality assurance, clinical performance improvement, and compliance with burn center verification standards.
• May engage in education, research, or administrative leadership activities depending on institutional role and scope.

Note: This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.   

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in General Surgery
• Completion of fellowship training in burn surgery
• Completion of fellowship training in surgical critical care
• Board certification or eligibility in general surgery the American Board of Surgery
• Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Texas
• Must possess eligibility for active DEA
• Must possess BLS and PALS certification