Job Description:
Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP (COSSA) is a highly respected, physician-owned pediatric orthopaedic group with six fellowship-trained surgeons serving Florida’s West Central region. With offices in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch, COSSA is the exclusive pediatric orthopaedic partner of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, a nationally ranked children’s hospital. We are recruiting a General Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with a strong interest in sports medicine to join our established Tampa Bay practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a sports-minded pediatric orthopaedist to build a high-volume clinical and surgical practice within a collaborative, well-established group.
Position Highlights:- Established Tampa Bay market with strong referral base
- High-volume pediatric and adolescent sports medicine, including fracture care and sports-related injuries
- Broad-based general pediatric orthopaedics: trauma, hip, foot & ankle, neuromuscular, and sports
- Opportunity to develop relationships with local schools, athletic programs, and community sports organizations
- Strong clinical support from PAs, athletic trainers, nurses, and administrative staff
- Excellent surgical access through Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
- Competitive base salary with productivity bonus
- Comprehensive benefits, CME, profit sharing, and relocation assistance
- Partnership track in a physician-owned practice
Ideal Candidate:
We seek a fellowship-trained pediatric orthopaedic surgeon who enjoys caring for active children and adolescent athletes and values a generalist practice model. Subspecialty interests in sports medicine, hip preservation, foot & ankle, or trauma are welcome, but the ideal candidate is comfortable managing a wide spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions and collaborating within a multispecialty group. Why Tampa BayTampa Bay offers an exceptional quality of life with year-round outdoor recreation, professional sports, vibrant neighborhoods, and world-class beaches, all with no state income tax. The region has a strong youth sports culture and a growing pediatric population, creating an ideal environment for a sports-focused pediatric orthopaedic practice.
Requirements:- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery fellowship
- Board eligible or board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
- Eligible for Florida medical licensure
- Eligible for hospital privileges
- Demonstrated ability to manage a broad spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including fracture care and sports-related injuries
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to high-quality patient care
- Preferred / Desired Qualifications
- Clinical interest or experience in pediatric and adolescent sports medicine
- Experience caring for youth and adolescent athletes, including acute injuries and overuse conditions
- Interest in community outreach and relationship-building with local schools, athletic programs, and referring providers
- Comfort practicing within a general pediatric orthopaedic call model
- Collaborative mindset and interest in long-term partnership in a physician-owned group
- Professional Attributes
- Patient-centered approach to care
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including PAs, athletic trainers, and nursing staff
- Commitment to ethical practice, professionalism, and continuous improvement
- Interest in contributing to clinical education and mentorship within the practice
Other Requirements:
Willingness to participate in group call coverage Q6 - APP's take 1st call Willingness to practice across COSSA’s Tampa Bay clinic locations as needed
