Casual / PT Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon to join our dynamic team part time.

The Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon will specialize in diagnosing and surgically treating diseases, injuries, and defects of the oral and maxillofacial region in children and adolescents. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in performing a variety of surgical procedures and will work closely with other medical professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Key Responsibilities :

• Evaluate and diagnose diseases, injuries, and defects in the oral and maxillofacial region in pediatric patients.
• Perform surgical procedures such as removing impacted teeth, correcting cleft lip and palate, and treating facial injuries.
• Provide surgical treatment for tumors and cysts of the jaws.
• Collaborate with other specialists, such as orthodontists and pediatric dentists, to plan treatment for conditions such as malocclusion and dental arch abnormalities.
• Manage patients with severe oral and maxillofacial trauma or infections.
• Administer anesthetics and sedatives to ensure patient comfort during surgical procedures.
• Conduct post-operative care and follow-up, including monitoring patients for complications.
• Communicate with patients and their parents about surgical procedures, potential risks, and post-operative care.
• Keep accurate and detailed patient records, including diagnosis, treatment plans, and surgical notes.
• Stay updated on the latest techniques, technologies, and medical findings in pediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery through continuous learning and professional development.

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How to Apply :

For confidential consideration, please apply below. Have questions regarding the position? Click here to contact Jessica N. Vega, Sr. Physician Recruiter

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About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized children's health system. With more than 1.7 million patient encounters annually, we provide medical care in five states through two freestanding state-of-the-art children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida. Our pediatric network includes 80 primary-urgent-and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospitalists serving 19 affiliated hospitals. We generate annual revenues of more than $1.7 billion derived from patient services, contributions from the Alfred I. DuPont Trust, as well as other income.

As one of the nation's premier pediatric health systems, we're on a journey to discover better ways of approaching children's health. Putting as much focus on prevention as cures and working hand in hand with the community to make every child's world a place to thrive. It's a journey that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention, leading to the healthiest generations of children ever.

Inclusion and belonging guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build an inclusive and supportive environment. All of our associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.

To learn more about Nemours Children's and how we go well beyond medicine, visit us at www.nemours.org.

About the Team

At Nemours Children's, our providers and associates work together across specialties, clinics and hospitals, to give children care that's among the safest, most caring and compassionate. As part of a pediatric health system with both clinical and academic partnerships, we are 100% focused on ensuring a healthier future for children. We strive for excellent outcomes across all of our medical and surgical specialties - and we measure these outcomes in order to provide consistent, top-rated care.

We aspire to build a workforce of providers that support the needs of the communities we serve and create a sense of belonging for our patients and families. Nemours Children's is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited. To learn more, click here.

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware, a 220-bed facility located in Wilmington, serves as a Level IV NICU and the only Pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center in the state. For more than 80 years, its world-renowned care, education and research capabilities have healed hundreds of thousands of children and provided training for thousands of pediatric specialists across the U.S.

In 2023-24, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital in five pediatric specialties : cancer, cardiology and heart surgery, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI surgery and orthopedics.

The hospital is a Level 1 Children's Surgery Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons. This recognition highlights the center's improved surgical quality, reduced complications, lower costs and saved lives.

Our nursing program has earned Magnet status for the third time from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®, demonstrating excellence in health care.

We collaborate closely with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, providing pediatric specialty care for newborns and in the emergency department, and collaborating closely on research and care for complex conditions.

Wilmington, Delaware

Living in Wilmington, Delaware offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is known for its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks and proximity to major East Coast cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, shopping districts and outdoor recreational opportunities along the Brandywine River. Wilmington is also a hub for business and employment.