Job Description

Job Category: Physician Chief
Degree Level: Doctorate Degree
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Description:
Nemours Children's Health Delaware Valley Department of Surgery is seeking a board-certified/board eligible Pediatric General Surgeon with experience in fetal surgery to serve as Director of Perinatal Surgery and Chief of its Division of Pediatric General Surgery in Wilmington, DE. The successful candidate will be a proven leader and have board certification in Pediatric Surgery and will be responsible for supporting our Advanced Delivery Unit and Fetal Care Center Programs, Level One Pediatric Trauma Center, Level 4 NICU, and ELSO Platinum Level ECMO Program.
Our Pediatric General Surgery Division includes 9 pediatric surgeons, 5 advanced practice providers, 2 specialty nurses, and 4 fellows (1 clinical and 3 research). The clinical practice for this role will encompass all aspects of pediatric general surgery as well as specialized expertise in fetal surgery. This leadership position is an opportunity to build upon a strong foundation, drive innovation, expand clinical services, and mentor the next generation of pediatric surgical leaders. This role offers the unique blend of clinical leadership, strategic development, academic responsibility, and administrative oversight within a rapidly growing and nationally recognized institution. Participation in our Pediatric Surgery fellowship program allows for education and mentoring of the next generation of pediatric surgeons. Opportunities are available to engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to the advancement of pediatric surgical care.
Program Highlights

• Growing Fetal Care Center and complex delivery program with a new 12 bed Advanced Delivery Unit with interventional capabilities opening Spring 2026
• Advanced quality and safety infrastructure that standardize care and improve patient outcomes by reducing adverse events, narcotic usage, and length of stay
• Bariatric Surgery program
• Chest wall disorders treatment program
• Colorectal surgery program
• Opportunities for dedicated research time
• Comprehensive Department of Surgery encompassing all pediatric surgical specialties

As an American College of Surgeons (ACS) Surgical Quality Partner, Nemours Children's Health Delaware Valley demonstrates a steadfast dedication to continuous improvement, patient safety, and surgical excellence. Our surgical teams have proudly achieved verification and distinction from the following ACS Quality Programs:

• Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
• MBSAQIP (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program)
• NSQIP - Pediatrics (National Surgical Quality Improvement Program)
• COC (Commission on Cancer)
• Level I CSV (Children's Surgery Verification)

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A package that is commensurate with training and experience plus annual incentives valuing clinical, academic and quality achievements
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement Planning: 403B with employer match and 457 plans
• Relocation Support: Mortgage assistance and relocation packages
• Work-Life Balance: Six weeks of paid family leave
• Professional Development: CME, licensure and dues allowances
• Additional Benefits: Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; no state sales tax in Delaware

Position/Qualification Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school
• Fellowship trained in Pediatric General Surgery
• Fetal Surgery experience
• Board certified/eligible in Pediatric General Surgery
• Valid medical license and DEA

How to Apply/For Confidential Consideration
For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? to contact Jessica N. Vega, Sr. Physician Recruiter.
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About Us:
Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we're on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children's health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child's world a place to thrive. It's a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.
Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
To learn more about Nemours Children's and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at .
About the Team:
At Nemours Children's, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.
We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children's is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, .
Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware
, a 220-bed facility located in Wilmington, serves as a Level IV NICU and the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state. For more than 80 years, its world-renowned care, education and research capabilities have healed hundreds of thousands of children and provided training for thousands of pediatric specialists across the U.S.
In 2023-24, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in five pediatric specialties: cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery and orthopedics.
The hospital is a Level 1 Children's Surgery Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. This recognition highlights the center's improved surgical quality, reduced complications, lower costs and saved lives.
Our nursing program has earned Magnet status for the third time from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program, demonstrating excellence in health care.
We collaborate closely with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, providing pediatric specialty care for newborns and in the emergency department, and collaborating closely on research and care for complex conditions.
Wilmington, Delaware
Living in Wilmington, Delaware offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks and proximity to major East Coast cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, shopping districts and outdoor recreational opportunities along the Brandywine River. Wilmington is also a hub for business and employment.

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