Pediatric Neurosurgeon Opportunity

Job Summary:

Valley Children’s Healthcare, the premier pediatric healthcare network serving Central California, is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Pediatric Neurosurgeon to join our growing mission-driven team.

As the ONLY free-standing children’s hospital in the Central Valley, Valley Children’s serves a vast, diverse referral region of more than 1.3 million children. This is a unique opportunity to practice high-acuity, high-volume pediatric neurosurgery while making a profound impact on an underserved and rapidly growing population.

Job Description:

Qualifications:

• MD or DO
• Completion of accredited Neurosurgery Residency
• Completion of Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
• Eligible for medical licensure in California

Opportunity Highlights:

• Dedicated children’s hospital environment with strong institutional investment in pediatric subspecialty growth
• Large regional referral base spanning Central California
• Opportunity to develop and expand subspecialty interests (epilepsy surgery, craniofacial, complex spine, spasticity, neuro-oncology, peripheral nerve etc.)
• Collaborative multidisciplinary support including pediatric intensivists, neonatologists, pediatric anesthesiologists, oncology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and advanced imaging services
• Access to modern OR suites and advanced surgical technology
• Teaching opportunities with academic affiliations
• Ability to shape and grow the pediatric neurosurgery program within a respected children’s health system

About Valley Children’s:

Valley Children’s is a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system providing comprehensive specialty and primary care services. The 358-bed freestanding children’s hospital offers:

• Level IV NICU
• Level IV Epilepsy Program
• Comprehensive PICU
• Full-service children’s cancer and blood disorders center
• Robust trauma and surgical services
• Strong physician leadership culture

Physicians enjoy a collaborative environment with meaningful administrative support and long-term institutional commitment to pediatric excellence.

Located in the heart of California, Madera offers a perfect balance of professional fulfillment and personal well-being.

Affordable living with an affordable median home price, no traffic, access to top-ranked schools and family-friendly communities. Easy access to Fresno International Airport, Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks. Weekend getaways to San Francisco, Los Angeles, or the Central Coast.

If you are seeking a position where you can build, lead, and make a lasting impact on children across a large geographic region, we welcome the opportunity to connect.

Salary Range: $721,150 - $908,915

Compensation & Benefits: 
Highly competitive leadership salary and generous employer retirement contribution. Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision). Relocation assistance & sign-on bonus available. Paid malpractice and tail coverage. J-1 and H1B visa sponsorship. 

Workshift:

Position Exempt:

Yes

Daily Hours:

8

Have Questions?

Call Courtney Kimura at 559-349-0237 or email at ckimura1@valleychildrens.org