About this role
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: 8Have Questions? Call Courtney Kimura at 559-349-0237 or email at ckimura1@valleychildrens.org