Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates, LLP (COSSA) is a physician-owned pediatric orthopaedic group based in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.

COSSA is the regional referral center for complex pediatric orthopaedic care. We are recruiting three pediatric orthopaedic surgeons to join our dynamic and collegial team of six fellowship-trained physicians.

1. General Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon – Immediate Opening

• Broad-based generalist role with a mix of trauma, hip, foot & ankle, neuromuscular, and sports
• No primary focus in spine
• Large referral base and high clinical volume

2. Pediatric Spine Surgeon – Immediate Opening

• Fellowship-trained Pediatric Spine Surgeon to assume an established high-volume scoliosis and spinal deformity practice
• Replacing a respected senior partner who is retiring
• Dedicated spine clinic days, protected OR access, intraoperative neuromonitoring, and advanced pediatric anesthesia support

3. General Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon – (Available Late 2026, early 2027)

• Senior-level opportunity to lead the development of a new practice site north of Tampa.
• Requires substantial experience and confidence working independently
• Ideal for a generalist with broad expertise in trauma, hip, foot & ankle, neuromuscular, and sports

Why COSSA?

• Private practice stability with an academic affiliation
• Highly collaborative team culture and supportive partners
• Dedicated PAs, athletic trainers, radiology, and administrative staff
• Comprehensive benefits including CME allowance, malpractice coverage, relocation assistance, and a profit-sharing retirement plan

About the Tampa Bay Area:

Enjoy Florida’s Gulf Coast lifestyle with:

• Top-ranked beaches
• No state income tax
• Excellent schools
• Professional sports and year-round outdoor recreation
• Vibrant urban and suburban communities, including fast-growing Wesley Chapel and Lakewood Ranch

Contact for more information:

Carol Ittig, MBA, FACMPE - Practice Administrator

(727) 568-6840  or cittig18@chortho.com

***EMPLOYER NOT OPEN TO WORKING WITH OUTSIDE AGENCIES**

Requirements:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) and completion of an ACGME-accredited Orthopaedic Surgery residency program

• Fellowship training in Pediatric Orthopaedics (General or Spine, depending on role)

• Eligible for or certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license

• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and collaborative practice

• For the future North Tampa position: minimum of 5 years' post-fellowship experience preferred, with ability to work independently in a geographically remote setting

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