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 Ohio

Shriners Children’s Ohio has been providing hope and healing since 1968, seeing patients throughout Ohio, the Midwest, the Southeast and around the world. We are dedicated to the treatment of pediatric burns and specialize in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Located on the 2nd floor of Dayton Children’s Hospital, SCO is the first hospital in the Shriners healthcare system to launch a hospital-within-a-hospital model. Our team’s experience and expertise in burn treatment, cleft lip and palate, complex wound and skin conditions, and plastic and reconstructive surgery makes Shriners Children’s Ohio a first choice for care.

Dayton offers a unique blend of career opportunities, affordability, and quality of life. The city boasts a low cost of living, making housing and daily expenses budget-friendly, while its thriving industries—such as aerospace, healthcare, and manufacturing—provide ample job prospects. Known as the birthplace of aviation, Dayton offers a rich history alongside modern amenities, including vibrant arts scenes, outdoor recreation in Five Rivers MetroParks, and cultural hubs like the Dayton Art Institute. The presence of top-tier educational institutions, such as the University of Dayton and Wright State University, adds to its appeal, along with its central location near major cities like Columbus and Cincinnati. Dayton offers the perfect balance of professional growth, affordability, and community charm.

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.

Shriners Children’s is looking for a full-time Burn Surgeon to join our team at Shriners Children’s Ohio. Successful candidates will be board certified/eligible in general or plastic surgery and have successfully completed a fellowship in burn surgery.
The pay range for this position is $339,183-$649,944. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.

• 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.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an ACGME accredited residency in General or Plastic Surgery
• Completion of fellowship training in burn surgery and/or pediatric surgery
• Board certification or eligibility in general surgery, plastic surgery, or pediatric surgery by an appropriate certifying board (e.g. American Board of Surgery or American Board of Plastic Surgery)
• Must possess eligibility for active and unrestricted medical licensure in the state of Ohio
• Must possess eligibility for active DEA
• Must possess BLS and PALS certification