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Outstanding Opportunity for Plastic Surgeon with Prestigious Children’s Hospital in South Florida

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, a 325-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level I trauma center, and Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists (NCPS), the physician-led multispecialty group practice of Nicklaus Children's Health System, are seeking an exceptional BE/BC pediatric plastic surgeon to join the Section of Plastic Surgery.  

About the Division of Plastic Surgery

Join a thriving and expanding group providing outpatient consultations in an ambulatory center located near Fort Lauderdale in Florida’s Broward County. This role has dynamic hours and will provide comprehensive outpatient consultations, with procedure time and inpatient consultative services at the hospital’s main campus in Miami. Candidates should possess a passion for advocacy and improving care for all children, which includes delivering on Nicklaus Children’s brand promise of a care environment where every child matters most.

Applicants must have training experience in the field of pediatric plastic surgery. The division currently has robust programs in craniofacial and pediatric hand/extremity care. We are now recruiting a surgeon to provide outstanding clinical care for general pediatric plastic surgery, including but not limited to vascular anomalies, breast conditions, congenital nevi, pediatric wound care, burn reconstruction and other similar conditions. Microsurgery experience is preferred. 

Employment Opportunity Details

·         Full-time with both inpatient and outpatient work.

·         Opportunity to join an outstanding team of colleagues.  

·         Responsible for providing patient care, teaching fellows, residents and students in their specialty of plastic surgery and participating in clinical research.

·         Support, and contribute to, a growing practice with highly collaborative and interdependent processes in place for successful patient outcomes.

The Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower

Nicklaus Children's Health System opened the Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower in September 2024. This five-story, 131,000-square-foot facility elevates the hospital’s surgical capabilities, combining a patient-centered environment with cutting-edge technology. The Griffin Surgical Tower, located in the heart of the campus, features state-of-the-art operating rooms equipped with the latest technology and surgical teams.

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Academic Affiliation

This position includes appointment to the Faculty of FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. Opportunities for clinical and translational research abound.


About Nicklaus Children’s Hospital

Founded in 1950, the rebranded Nicklaus Children’s (formerly Miami Children’s) Hospital is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine and has numerous subspecialty programs that are ranked among the best in the nation. In addition to its 325-bed hospital, Nicklaus has a growing network of 10+ regional urgent care centers across five counties and a network of physician practice locations throughout South Florida. It is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern U.S. Our organization consistently appears on employer award lists such as Fortune magazine’s “Best Workplaces in Health Care,” Becker’s “150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare,” Newsweek’s “World’s Best Specialized Hospitals” and People magazine’s “50 Companies That Care.” The position affords the ability to join a phenomenal team that brings lifelong health and hope to children and their families through innovative and compassionate care. 


Discover Broward County, Florida

Located just north of Miami and south of Palm Beach, Florida’s Broward County has easy access to two international airports and boasts abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round, with attractions from the shore to the suburbs. Whether you want to embrace the great outdoors at its many parks and natural wonders, snorkel or sunbathe along 24 miles of beautiful beaches or explore museums, fine dining or entertainment, Broward County has plenty to offer in every neighborhood.   


Application Process

Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications, including a current CV and cover letter, may be submitted to Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter at joyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-501-6189. You may also apply online at careers.nicklaushealth.org.  All inquiries and applications will remain confidential.


We strongly encourage all highly experienced Pediatric Plastic Surgeons with the required credentials and skills, along with proven ability to engage successfully with colleagues and patients while providing exceptional care and outcomes, to apply for this position.

Competitive compensation and a robust benefits package are included. Qualified candidates may apply online or contact:

Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter

joyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-501-6189

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