Pediatric Surgeons
SOC Code: 29-1243 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Diagnose and perform surgery to treat fetal abnormalities and birth defects, diseases, and injuries in fetuses, premature and newborn infants, children, and adolescents. Includes all pediatric surgical specialties and subspecialties.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Pediatric Surgeons. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton, NJ | $168,501 | $272,397 | $376,314 | $480,210 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $168,501 | $272,397 | $376,314 | $480,210 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $168,064 | $271,898 | $375,710 | $479,544 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $168,064 | $271,898 | $375,710 | $479,544 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $169,125 | $269,693 | $370,282 | $470,850 |
| Lansing-East Lansing, MI | $175,531 | $272,043 | $368,534 | $465,046 |
| Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $131,456 | $234,312 | $337,168 | $440,024 |
| Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $85,925 | $193,170 | $300,435 | $407,680 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $85,592 | $188,469 | $291,346 | $394,222 |
| Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $183,206 | $253,157 | $323,128 | $393,078 |
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Epic Systems MEDITECH software Microsoft Windows Computer imaging software Electronic medical record EMR software Human resources management system HRMS Image-guided surgery software Integra Radionics NeuroSight Arc Medical laser control software Practice management software PMS Robotic surgery software Three-dimensional 3D virtual surgery software
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