Pediatric General Surgery

Job Description & Requirements
Pediatric General Surgery

Start Date:

8/4/2025 Pay Rate: $ - $

Join a thriving pediatric surgery program at an award-winning hospital offering state-of-the-art technology and specialized pediatric care. Wellstar Medical Group seeks a Pediatric Surgeon to join its team at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Metro Atlanta. You'll enjoy a balanced schedule with clinic and surgical time, working alongside experienced specialists in a well-established program. Connect with us today to learn more.

Opportunity Highlights

Join one of the largest and most comprehensive health systems in Georgia.

Practice at award-winning Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, a 633-bed facility equipped with advanced technologies, including Cyber Knife, Tomo Therapy, and da Vinci robotic surgical systems.

Enjoy manageable call coverage with just 7 days monthly and no trauma or ECMO responsibilities.

Work with a dedicated pediatric unit staffed 24/7 by specialized caregivers, including experienced Pediatric Intensive Care physicians.

The incoming Pediatric General Surgeon will thrive in a supportive environment with a Level 3 NICU and 6-bed PICU.

Develop special interest areas, including chest wall deformity program, bariatric program, and robotic surgery skills.

Build a robust practice with immediate referrals from Wellstar's extensive network of over 80 employed pediatricians.

Benefit from collaborative opportunities with general surgical residents who rotate with the service and assist with coverage.

Community Information

Experience the vibrant city life and peaceful suburban living of Metro Atlanta, which provides many amenities and abundant opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. As the eighth largest metropolitan area in the United States, Metro Atlanta is ranked a Best Place to Live and a Best Place to Retire by US News.

Atlanta has an overall grade of A and is one of the Best Places to live in Georgia, a Best City for Young Professionals in America, and one of the Healthiest Cities in America (Niche).

Georgia is a Best State to Practice in 2024 (Medscape).

Some of the top public and private schools in the state.

Ample first-class amenities, including the world's busiest international airport, incredible dining and shopping options, arts and cultural attractions, college and professional sports teams.

The incoming Pediatric General Surgeon will find an abundance of outdoor recreation in the gorgeous surrounding scenery.

Enjoy a cost of living lower than in many major US cities.

Charming neighborhoods, diverse cuisine, and a temperate climate.

Facility Location
Marietta, GA is a community of about 60,000 residents located just northwest of Atlanta. Healthcare is the community's top employer here, and a number of university and community colleges are offered. You’ll also find a weekly farmers market and numerous cultural and public events in the historic downtown town square, which is also the home of Theatre in the Square. The city’s many museums include the Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum, also called 'Scarlett on the Square.'

Job Benefits

About the Company
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