Position Information
Position/Rank Pediatric Burn Surgeon/Pediatric Surgical Critical Care Intensivist - Assistant or Associate Professor
Department 00913 - Pediatric Surgery Development
City Lehi, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin Summer/Fall 2026
Details
The Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery at the University of Utah is seeking an academic surgeon with specialized training in burn care and pediatric surgical critical care to join our expanding pediatric surgery program. This individual will play a foundational leadership role in building, organizing, and formalizing a new Pediatric Burn Service at Primary Children’s Hospital – Lehi Campus, while also contributing to pediatric surgical critical care services and the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ( ECMO ) program across the Primary Children’s Hospital system.
This is an exceptional opportunity to help establish a new regional center of excellence in pediatric burn care within a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system and in collaboration with an established and nationally recognized Burn Unit at the University of Utah. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to clinical innovation, multidisciplinary excellence, and academic advancement.
New graduates completing burn and pediatric surgical critical care fellowship in 2026 are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Overview
The Pediatric Burn Surgeon / Pediatric Surgical Critical Care Intensivist will:
Lead the development, organization, and operationalization of a comprehensive Pediatric Burn Service at Primary Children’s Hospital – Lehi Campus
Collaborate closely with nursing, emergency medical services, trauma, PICU leadership, anesthesia, rehabilitation, therapy services, and the University of Utah Burn Center to establish best practices and evidence-based pediatric burn care pathways
Provide complete burn management including resuscitation, acute burn surgery, operative reconstruction, scar management, and outpatient care
Provide pediatric surgical critical care services and consultation across the Primary Children’s Hospital system both in Salt Lake City and Lehi
Support the Pediatric ECMO Program , contributing to cannulation planning, peri- ECMO surgical management, and multidisciplinary ECMO care
Participate in academic and scholarly work in burn care, trauma, pediatric critical care, ECMO , education, or outcomes research
Qualifications
Board certified in General Surgery
Board certified/eligible in Surgical Critical Care (pediatric critical care experience preferred)
Fellowship training in Burn Surgery ( ABA -recognized fellowship preferred)
Eligible for appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level
Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and communication
Interest or experience in ECMO and high-acuity pediatric critical care environments
Commitment to academic productivity, quality improvement, and program development
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Pediatric Surgery fellowship and board certification are not required but will be considered.
New fellowship graduates are welcome to apply.
Program and Environment
Primary Children’s Hospital — a partnership between Intermountain Health and the University of Utah — is nationally recognized for excellence in pediatric trauma, critical care, and surgical outcomes. The system includes:
A Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in Salt Lake City
A pending Level II Pediatric Trauma Center at the Lehi Campus
A multidisciplinary PICU with a robust Pediatric ECMO program
A strong collaborative relationship with the University of Utah Burn Center
Dedicated institutional support for developing a leading Pediatric Burn Service at the Lehi Campus
Faculty enjoy outstanding support for clinical innovation, education, research, and leadership development through both Intermountain Health and the University of Utah.
Utah offers extraordinary quality of life with unrivaled outdoor recreation, a vibrant cultural scene, and family-friendly communities along the Wasatch Front.
Interested applicants may apply here:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/193894
For More Information
Inquiries may be directed to:
Theresa Ferraro
Division Manager, Pediatric Surgery
[email protected]
Katie Russell, MD
Pediatric Trauma Medical Director
801-557-6295
[email protected]
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EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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Notice
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Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 12/22/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN03983F
Type Faculty
