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The Society does reserve the right to deny requests that it deems are not relevant to the Society's purpose and membership, as well as the right to edit submissions that exceed 400 words in length. Child Abuse Pediatrician | Rochester, MNMayo Clinic Children’s is seeking a fellowship-trained and/or board-certified Child Abuse Pediatrician to join its Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics in Rochester, Minnesota. This is a full-time position with academic appointment in the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. The division currently includes 3 CAPs (2 full-time, one part-time) who share 24/7 call, primarily to triage and guide the initial medical evaluation of suspected maltreatment cases, and who provide inpatient, outpatient, and curbside consultations across the midwest Mayo Clinic Health System including 12 regional emergency departments, the flagship emergency department located at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester, the Mayo Eugenio Litta Children’s Hospital which has Level 1 Pediatric Trauma and Children’s Surgery Centers, and our newly constructed Mayo Clinic Center for Safe and Healthy Children and Adolescents, a NCA-accredited CAC serving multiple counties in southern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The CAC employes a full-time coordinator, two administrative staff, a pediatric RN, a mental health therapist, two forensic interviewers, two victim advocates, and a facility dog. Division members also provide medical expertise and outreach to several rural CACs including the only tribal CAC in Minnesota. The division has excellent collaborative relationships with local and regional law enforcement and child protection. The position offers outstanding opportunities for teaching, research and advocacy, and division members are very involved in the education and teaching of pediatric and family medicine residents, child psychiatry fellows, and medical students. As a Child Abuse Pediatrician at Mayo Clinic, you will have immediate access to consultation and collaboration with the over 100 pediatric subspecialists in the Department of Pediatrics to provide the best possible care to your patients every day. Mayo Clinic Children's is ranked No. 1 in Minnesota and the five-state region of Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin according to the U.S. News & World Report’s 2024–25 "Best Children's Hospitals" rankings. Nationally, Mayo Clinic Children's is ranked as a top-performing children's hospital in 10 of the 11 pediatric specialties reflected. Candidates must be board certified / board eligible with the American Board of Pediatrics and be licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Minnesota. To learn more about Mayo Clinic, Rochester and to apply for this position visit our website at: https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/job/rochester/child-abuse-pediatrician/33647/78026104992 Posted 3/3/2024 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Spokane WAPosition Description •Flexible FTE Facility Description City Description Brand Description For more information or to apply, please contact Dr. Judy Felgenhauer at [email protected] Posted 2/28/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Hartford, CTConnecticut Children’s in Hartford, CT seeks a full-time BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join their Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics. This position offers excellent opportunities for teaching, research and advocacy. Clinical work includes inpatient and outpatient consultations for suspected abuse and neglect at Connecticut Children’s, a 205-bed freestanding Children’s Hospital which is part of a Level 1 Trauma Center with a busy Pediatric Emergency Department and an 18-bed PICU.Our division currently consists of three CAP MDs, three APRNs, two social workers, two medical assistants, one administrative assistant, and a practice manager. We serve approximately 1000 children annually. We enjoy excellent collaboration with our multispecialty colleagues and work closely with them in an environment of unparalleled collegiality. Connecticut is an excellent practice environment, with protections in state statute for those who report or assist in an investigation of suspected abuse or neglect, and robust funding support for our work. This position offers a very competitive salary and benefits package and we support a healthy work-life balance. Academic appointment will be offered at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine commensurate with qualifications. There are 67 pediatric residents based at Connecticut Children’s and we are the core pediatric site for the UConn School of Medicine, so there are ample opportunities for teaching. Connecticut Children’s maintains a division of research dedicated to supporting faculty efforts. Central Connecticut is a wonderful place to raise a family, has outstanding schools and neighborhoods, and enjoys a rich and diverse culture. With close proximity to the ocean, mountains and city centers such as Hartford, Boston or New York you can indulge all your recreational pursuits. CT Children’s is nationally ranked by US News and World Report, has won a Most Wired award, and has won the Women’s Choice Award in multiple years. Connecticut Children's is on a journey to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. Our aspiration is for Connecticut Children's to be a place where we all feel respected, a sense of belonging, and empowered to be the best we can be in service to our mission and each other. To learn more, please contact: Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics, Connecticut Children’s Or Jamie Condon Physician Recruiter, Talent Acquisition Posted 2/28/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Tampa, FLChild Abuse Physician/ Program Medical Director – Tampa, FL The Department of Pediatrics in the Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida is seeking a full-time open rank faculty member who is fellowship-trained and/or board-certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine with experience working in Child Abuse Pediatrics. This is a twelve (12) month, full-time, non-tenure earning clinical educator position. Salary is negotiable and based on experience and qualifications. The selected candidate will serve as the Regional Medical Director for the Child Abuse Pediatrics program, covering both Hillsborough and Polk Counties. This position is specifically designed to provide direct consultation and coordination with other physicians and healthcare workers in the evaluation and management of suspected cases of child maltreatment/abuse. The position includes both outpatient care and inpatient consultative services and provides clinical supervision to those providing medical care. The program works closely with multiple community agencies, including DCF and law enforcement. Currently, there is one USF pediatrician as part of the USF Child Abuse Program (CAP), who is also the Statewide Medical Director. The USF Child Abuse Program provides inpatient services, primarily at Tampa General Hospital, the teaching hospital for USF Morsani College of Medicine, as well as some community hospitals. Tampa General Hospital has an ACS certified Pediatric Trauma Program, and the USF Child Abuse program collaborates with the trauma team for clinical care, education and research. The USF Child Abuse Program provides outpatient services through the community Child Advocacy Center at Mary Lee's House, located in Tampa, and medical director coverage for the Children’s Home Society in Polk County. Both locations include a team of nurse practitioners, case coordinators, a team supervisor and psychology support.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: - Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service - Board Certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine with prior experience working in Child Abuse Pediatrics with demonstrated expertise in managing child abuse and neglect cases - Eligible for full medical license in Florida - Fellowship training in Child Abuse Pediatrics is preferred, but not required - Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate, or Full Professor. Click HERE to learn more or apply. For more information, contact Caroline Wilson – [email protected]. Posted 2/25/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Kansas City, MOChildren’s Mercy Kansas City is seeking a fellowship-trained and/or board certified Child Abuse Pediatrician to join its Division of Child Adversity and Resilience in Kansas City, Missouri. The Division houses the Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN) team, the Foundations Foster Care Clinic, and regional and community-based prevention and therapy programs. The SCAN team evaluates over 2000 children annually for possible maltreatment and serves as the medical component for 8 Children’s Advocacy Centers in the bi-state region. The successful applicant will join 6 Child Abuse Pediatricians, 2 General Pediatricians, 1 Nurse Practitioner, 3 dedicated Social Workers, and dedicated Nursing, Administrative, and Child Life staff in providing clinical services. A Pediatric Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner team provides 24/7 coverage for acute sexual assault and is under medical direction of the Division. The Division includes a robust and successful research program, multiple externally funded prevention programs, and significant collaborative advocacy efforts across the region. Faculty are expected to develop areas of expertise based on interest and skill set, then work with the Division leadership to grow those skills and impact. Opportunities for personal growth exist in all areas of work within the Division. Faculty have ample opportunities for providing hospital-based and community education, including the Child Abuse Pediatrics and combined Child Abuse Pediatrics-Pediatrics Emergency Medicine fellowships at Children’s Mercy, which currently includes 4 fellows. The successful applicant must share our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, collegiality, antiracism, and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds. Please apply online with CV and Cover Letter, or send to [email protected] https://faculty-childrensmercykc.icims.com/jobs/32268/physician/job Children’s Mercy Kansas City is an independent, non-profit, 390-bed pediatric health system, providing over half a million patient encounters each year for children from across the country. Children’s Mercy is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in eleven specialties. We have received Magnet® recognition five times for excellence in nursing services. In affiliation with the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Kansas, our faculty of nearly 800 pediatric specialists and researchers are actively involved in clinical care, pediatric research and educating the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists. The Children’s Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) integrates research and clinical care with nationally recognized expertise in genomic medicine, precision therapeutics, population health and health care innovation. In 2021, the CMRI moved into a nine story, 375,000 square foot space emphasizing a translational approach to research in which clinicians and researchers work together to accelerate the pace of discovery that enhances care. We invite you to visit Children’s Mercy Hospital virtually at cmkc.link/PhysicianTour For more information about Children’s Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself, visit Kansas City is a thriving cultural and economic city with more than 2 million residents. Our city’s long list of attractions includes world class museums, a vibrant arts scene, professional sports, superb shopping, great jazz clubs, and the best places to enjoy barbeque! The city offers low cost-of-living, excellent commute times, and a vibrant downtown, eight-block dining, entertainment and shopping district. Kansas City offers excellent opportunities for both public and private school venues and is home to several colleges and universities. It’s a community with a heart – friendly, easy-going and forward-thinking – a great place to live and pursue a career. For more information about activities in Kansas City go to www.visitkc.com EEO Employer/Disabled/VET Posted 2/19/2025
Child Abuse Pediatrician | Miami, FLDr. Glenn Flores, Chair of Pediatrics and Sr. Assoc. Dean of Child Health at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (MSOM), and Physician-in-Chief at Holtz Children’s Hospital in the Jackson Health System (JHS), has initiated a national search to identify a board-certified/board-eligible child-abuse pediatrician to serve as the next Chief of the Division of Child Protection and Medical Director of the UM Child Protection Team (UM-CPT). About the MSOM Department of Pediatrics The mission of the MSOM Department of Pediatrics is to accomplish extraordinary things every day for children of all ages. The Department consists of over 150 faculty and 460 staff, and cares for the pediatric patients of South Florida, Southeastern US, Latin America, and the Caribbean through the University of Miami Medical Group and Jackson Health System. The Department staffs three hospitals – the 225-bed Holtz Children’s Hospital and two satellite hospitals; it also provides care at nine ambulatory sites. Opportunity Highlights:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Commitment to upholding ethical standards and advocating for the well-being of children - Ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team - A passion for child protection and advocacy
For more details, please contact: Posted 2/19/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Rochester, NYWe are currently seeking to fill a faculty position in Child Abuse Pediatrics in the Division of General Pediatrics at the Golisano Children’s Hospital of the University of Rochester. This is a vibrant multidisciplinary division with approximately 100 faculty, fellows, and staff that participate in active clinical, research, and educational programs focusing on improving child health in the local community and beyond. The REACH program (Referral and Evaluation service for Abused Children) of Golisano Children’s Hospital provides medical evaluations for children who may be victims of sexual or physical abuse. The REACH program acts in partnership with the Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester and other community agencies. This physician role will include working collaboratively with the REACH Program staff in offering these medical services in our county and surrounding region. Research The Division of General Pediatrics is a premier center for pediatric health services research, with a focus on improving health-care delivery and health outcomes for vulnerable children and youth. Division faculty are expected to contribute to the academic mission of the division through participation in scholarly activities that may include: research publications, publications of quality improvement projects, educational scholarship, reviews, chapters or books; participation in clinical trials, and/or clinical investigations; academic presentations, and review of manuscripts or grants. Patient Care The REACH Program is where our missions of caring, discovery, teaching and learning become a reality. Our program is the medical component of a multidisciplinary team comprised of child protective services caseworkers, forensic interviewers, law enforcement investigators, family advocates, counselors and attorneys, many of whom are co-located at the Child Advocacy Center of Greater Rochester. We make every effort to serve the needs of children and their families in a relaxed and friendly setting. This position includes participation in clinical service in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical activities include:
Training We provide outstanding training to house staff, fellows, and medical students in our clinical settings. We also have long-standing and highly successful fellowship programs for General Academic Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine, a fellowship program in Pediatric Hospital Medicine and an award winning house staff training program in community pediatrics and child advocacy. Division faculty are expected to contribute to the education of trainees. Duties may include:
Administrative All faculty are expected to maintain currency in their field through continuing education, literature and seminars. Additionally, faculty may take a role in the development of divisional or departmental policies, procedures and standards. On occasion, faculty may be assigned to divisional, departmental, or faculty committees. Participation in local or regional clinical affairs through membership in clinical societies or specialty governing boards is encouraged. Qualifications: This position requires completion of a Pediatric Residency and additional training/experience in Child Abuse Pediatrics. Minimum Education Requirements - list level of education and field(s) acceptable: MD or DO and current active license to practice medicine. The position will require a license to practice medicine issued by the State of New York. Contact: Ann Lenane: [email protected] Posted 2/18/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Knoxville, TNEast Tennessee Children’s Hospital, is seeking a Child Abuse Pediatrician to join our team as part of our succession planning. East Tennessee Children’s Hospital (ETCH), a comprehensive medical center with more than 100 pediatric sub-specialists, serves patients throughout the East Tennessee region.
This position works within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, hospital social workers, child protective services and law enforcement agencies to gather information and represent patient medical concerns. The physician will provide inpatient and ambulatory clinical care in a subspecialty area within the evaluation and management of infants, children and adolescents for suspected child abuse and neglect. The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible, fellowship trained in Child Abuse Pediatrics and hold a valid TN medical license. At East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time. This position includes a highly competitive salary and robust benefit package, along with productivity and quality-based incentives. East Tennessee offers a blend of small-town southern charm and big-city opportunity. We are known for our hospitality, affordability, and convenience. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville sits on the banks of the Tennessee River and offers outdoor enthusiasts a wealth of possibilities. There are over 50 miles of multi-use trails in the Knoxville Urban Wilderness and an expanding array of local breweries and restaurants, many of which can be reached by Knoxville’s growing greenways. Knoxville is experiencing steady growth, but still maintains a small town feel where no one meets a stranger! This area offers great educational opportunities and is a wonderful place to raise a family and continue your medical career. Please contact Linda Cox-Collier, [email protected] or 865-541-8532, to learn more about this unique opportunity. Posted 2/17/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | San Diego, CAThe University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Department of Pediatrics (https://pediatrics.ucsd.edu) and Rady Children's Hospital of San Diego (RCHSD) (http://www.rchsd.org) are committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. We are seeking academic physicians to join our Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics to provide patient care at the Chadwick Center for Children and Families, located within Rady Children's Hospital of San Diego (RCHSD).Ranked among the Ten Best Children's Hospitals in the nation by US News & World Report, RCHSD is a 511-bed non-profit pediatric teaching facility that provides exceptional medical and surgical care to a diverse population of one million children and adolescents. Its Chadwick Center, one of the largest hospital-based child advocacy and trauma treatment centers, has 75 professionals across multiple disciplines and provides child abuse medical services for San Diego, Imperial, and southern Riverside counties, covering over 3 million people. The Division has a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, multidisciplinary collaboration, and scholarly pursuits. Division faculty play a major role in the education and teaching of medical students, pediatric residents, and fellows, and in planning for the annual San Diego International Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment. Child abuse pediatricians are responsible for supervising a 24/7 response to child abuse and neglect cases and maintaining constant telephone availability to the community for the purpose of triaging and overseeing medical intervention in cases of suspected maltreatment. This role also involves conducting inpatient/outpatient consultations at Rady Children’s Hospital during business hours, daily outpatient child abuse and neglect evaluations in a clinic setting, acute sexual assault examinations during business hours, as well as offering medical second opinions for cases related to child abuse. Additionally, the role will also provide clinical oversight for children undergoing evaluations for burns at the Regional Burn Center at UCSD and acute sexual assault cases conducted by pediatric SART nurses after hours. Child abuse pediatrics will also be responsible for providing high quality training and teaching to medical students, and residents. Candidates must have an MD or equivalent. Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California. Candidates must also be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics. Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in the sub-specialty of Child Abuse Pediatrics OR have at least three years of extensive experience in the field of child abuse pediatrics. Candidates with Spanish language proficiency are preferred. Apply to: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04201 The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate’s background and experience. Posted 2/7/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Honolulu, HIThe Hawai‘i Pacific Health Medical Group is comprised of over 800 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Together with our four medical centers (Kapi‘olani, Pali Momi, Straub, and Wilcox) and more than 50 convenient clinic locations statewide, our nonprofit health system is one of the state’s largest health care providers. Our network of physicians and specialists work together to provide a distinctive and effective model of coordinated care for maintaining the health and wellness of our patients. The Hawai‘i Pacific Health Medical Group is seeking a pediatrician interested and experienced in child abuse medicine. The candidate should be board certified or eligible for certification and with at least 3 years of practice experience in child abuse to lead the medical child protection efforts at the only children’s hospital in the pacific. Combine the advantages of an integrated group practice with the cultural diversity, superb lifestyle, excellent climate and year-round activities of one of the happiest and healthiest places in the country! Please attach a resume and/or curriculum vitae with a cover letter when you submit an online application. Location: Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children Work Schedule: Day – 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Regular FTE: 1.000000 Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining Exempt: Yes EOE/AA/Disabled/Vets Child Abuse Pediatrician | Tulsa, OKThe School of Community Medicine, Department of Pediatrics seeks faculty candidates in Child Abuse Pediatrics for its Team for Children at Risk (TCAR). Responsibilities include patient care, resident/ student teaching, and participation in scholarly activities. School of Community Medicine faculty are appointed through the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine with academic rank based on qualifications. Applicants must hold an MD/DO or equivalent degree, be a graduate of an ACGME residency or fellowship, American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics, qualified to obtain Oklahoma licensure, and eligible for credentialing under OU Health Physicians as well as area medical facilities. Position Highlights:
The School of Community Medicine is an integrated track within the University of Oklahoma, College of Medicine, offering quality medical education on the OU-Tulsa campus. In addition to a 4-year medical student program, the SCM has 7 residency programs, 5 fellowships, and a physician assistant program. The OU Health Physicians multi-specialty practice offers a full range of care through inpatient and outpatient settings. You can read more about the School of Community Medicine at https://bit.ly/ouscm. TCAR operates two clinics located at the Child Advocacy Center (CAC):
The CAC serves as the hub for Tulsa County's Multidisciplinary Team. Partner agencies include:
CAN, a charter member of the National Children’s Alliance, was incorporated in 1988 as the first organization of its kind in Oklahoma. In-patient consultations are conducted at two local hospitals:
TCAR also hosts an ACGME-accredited Child Abuse Pediatrics fellowship program. Interested applicants should apply at: http://apply.interfolio.com/156600 The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center does not discriminate against or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual based on the individual’s race, color, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age (40 or older), sex (see: Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination policy ) sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or veteran status. Posted 1/16/2025
Child Abuse Pediatrician | Milwaukee, WIThe Child Advocacy and Protection Services team at Children’s Wisconsin and The Medical College of Wisconsin are thrilled to announce that our large program, currently with 6 child abuse pediatricians and 17 Advanced Practice Providers, has a posting for a new board eligible/board certified CAP--an immediate start date available.Our program is robust from the advocacy, research, clinical, education, and community perspectives. We have an active research program (including an embedded nurse Ph.D. researcher, study design and statistical support), close relationships with the community and with state government, an ACGME-accredited fellowship program, and multiple venues to educate learners (residents, APP students, fellows, child welfare, law enforcement, and many others). Our clinical activities include a foster care medical home program, a busy hospital-based consult program, a pediatric RN-staffed SANE program, and nine CACs throughout eastern Wisconsin. We have created a team of eight APPs who will provide 24/7/365 in-person availability of APPs to our hospital-based and outpatient services. We currently have an amazing fellow (Dr. Kristin Belsaas), with an ACGME accredited fellowship that permits one fellow every three years. We pride ourselves on particular attention to life-work harmony, and Milwaukee is a fabulous place to live, play, and work—lots of outdoor activities, a vibrant, diverse culture, multiple major sports teams, and, yes, beer, brats and cheese! The position is described below, and you can learn much more by visiting the websites. Please reach out to me, Dr. Narang ([email protected]), if you have any questions. MCW’s position announcement: The Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Children’s Wisconsin (CW), seeks a board certified / board eligible physician to join our expanding Child Advocacy and Protection Section at the Assistant Professor rank. We are comprised of nationally and internationally renowned, dedicated group of faculty and staff with a strong commitment to clinical care. Additional information regarding Child Advocacy and Protection Services can be found at Child Advocacy and Protection | Pediatrics (mcw.edu) and Child Advocacy and Protection Services (childrenswi.org). Position Requirements: • Candidates should be board certified or eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics • Strong preference for candidate at the assistant professor level, but other qualified, senior academic-rank applicants will be considered as well • MCW is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We particularly encourage those who are under-represented in medicine to apply To submit your application, please visit: https://www.mcw.edu/Human-Resources/Career-Opportunities.htm Posted 1/16/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | San Antonio, TXThe Department of Pediatrics, Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics in Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio is recruiting for an academic faculty position as Assistant or Associate Professor/Clinical to fill a full-time Child Abuse Pediatrics faculty position. Qualified candidates should either have passed the Child Abuse examination or have passed the General Pediatrics Board exam, and successfully completed a Child abuse Fellowship. The selected candidate will join a division of 3 child abuse pediatricians, a pediatric nurse practitioner and a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner and will be responsible for evaluating children and adolescents who are suspected victims of abuse and /or neglect, including inpatient and outpatient assessments as well as case consultations, with some travel anticipated for testimony.
The selected candidate will work with experienced professional staff at the Center for Miracles at CHRISTUS Children’s and will have the opportunity to participate as a co-investigator in a statewide forensic assessment center network. We serve a diverse patient population from throughout South Texas and have excellent collaborative relationships with our multi-disciplinary partners, particularly Child Protective Services. Our fellowship was accredited in 2011 and is an integral component of our division. In 2023, we received accreditation as a Level 1 Trauma-informed facility. Please visit the UT Health candidate portal https://uthscsa.referrals.selectminds.com/faculty to apply for position # 23002018 UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions. Posted 1/13/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician or Advanced Practitioner | Madera, CAValley Children’s Healthcare is seeking a full/part-time physician or advanced practice provider to join our team. The organization has created an internal Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN) Team to identify and track suspected cases and to intervene to prevent abuse and protect children from all forms of maltreatment. Over $5 million was presented to establish the Guilds Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Center to ensure the program’s growth and longevity. In California, for FY2016 an estimated 400,190 suspected child maltreatment reports were completed, of which 86,700 reports came from Valley Children’s service area. The Center’s vision is to be the premier provider in Central California for diagnostic physical abuse assessments, foster care medical clearance examinations and pediatric sexual assault evaluations, including children who have been victims of commercial sexual exploitation. Additionally, our providers, known as the Child Advocacy Team, regularly testify in both dependent and criminal courts throughout the Valley. Valley Children’s Healthcare is recognized in Central California and the state as a leader in advocacy, injury prevention, clinical research and academic training. Position Details:
With a vast 12-county, 45,000 square-mile service area, Valley Children’s provides Central California’s only high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children, from before birth to age 21, with more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff members. At Valley Children’s main campus, you’ll love working at this state-of-the-art, freestanding children’s hospital that sits on a 500-acre campus on the idyllic bluffs of the San Joaquin River. For more information about the program please visit: https://www.valleychildrens.org/guilds-child-abuse-prevention-and-treatment-center/child-abuse-center-home If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please submit your CV to: Courtney Kimura, Physician Recruiter Or Lourdine Skillin, Physician Recruitment Liaison Posted 1/2/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Vancouver, WASeeking 1.0 FTE (M-F 40 hours a week) Outpatient Child Abuse Physician Specialist/potential Site Medical Director for Legacy Salmon Creek Child Abuse Assessment Team in Vancouver, WA. Career Portal, Requisitions ID: 24-41312 and 24-39315 Legacy is committed to delivering comprehensive family-centered care with compassion and excellence in a culture that values diversity. Clinical Role includes:
CAAT Site Medical Director role includes:
QUALIFICATIONS: As a condition of hire and throughout employment, the role requires child abuse background checks through the DHS Child Abuse registry check. If a record exists, findings will be reported back to CAAT and addressed in accordance with program policies. For Site Medical Director role consideration, applicant must have prior experience in Child Abuse administration. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled. Unable to offer J1 or H-1B visa opportunities. For inquiries about the role, please contact Hiring Manager Lisa Lyons, PhD, at [email protected] For application information, please apply or contact Recruiter Forrest Brown at [email protected] Child Abuse Pediatrician | Richmond, VA The Division of General Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond (CHoR) at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a full-time Child Abuse Pediatrician to join our Child Protection Team (CPT). The CPT at CHoR at VCU participates in inpatient and outpatient clinical care, teaching medical students, residents, and statewide community partners, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in Central Virginia, providing leadership on committees and legislative advocacy at a state government level, and pursuing scholarly research with multiple departments at the University including surgery and radiology. The CPT is part of a nationally accredited CAC with Greater Richmond Stop Child Abuse Now which is located a few miles from CHoR and serves multiple jurisdictions in Central Virginia.
The CPT was founded in 1992 and is comprised of a child abuse pediatrician and three pediatric nurse practitioners. All pediatric interns participate in a four-week rotation with the team and fourth-year medical students participate in a one-month elective with the team. The team provides care for 900 children per year between inpatient and outpatient consults and external reviews. The CPT provides coverage to the CHoR pediatric emergency department 24/7 for acute sexual assaults to perform evidence recovery in person and provides telephone consultation and evaluation recommendations for suspected abuse cases in our emergency department and community healthcare settings. Our inpatient consult population includes the emergency department, the pediatric intensive care unit, newborn nursery, and Evans-Haynes Burn Unit. Our outpatient clinic includes acute evaluations, follow up exams, and foster care placement evaluations. Other responsibilities for this position include research/quality improvement activities, provision of expert testimony in criminal & civil cases, and the coordination of ongoing statewide educational programs for professionals on the recognition and evaluation of child abuse in the clinical and nonclinical setting. Successful candidates must be Board Certified/Eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics. Interested candidates should apply online at https://vcu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/3830?c=vcu. Inquiries may be directed to: Erin Flexon Posted 12/8/2024 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Buffalo, NYChild Abuse / Advocacy Pediatrician with Kaleida Health and Oishei Children’s Hospital Patient Care Package
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Applicants Send CV to: Bridget Conti Posted 12/2/2024 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Charleston, SCThe Department of Pediatrics at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a 1-2 Child Abuse Pediatricians to serve as faculty in the Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics. Currently the Division includes one faculty member, one fellow, seven advanced practice providers and many other support staff and PSANEs.The MUSC Child Abuse program is recognized throughout the community for its expertise. It provides consultation for clinics at MUSC Health in downtown Charleston as well as MUSC Health outreach clinics, the Dee Norton Lowcountry Children’s Center, the Dorchester Children’s Center, and a growing MUSC CAP telehealth service.
Responsibilities will include patient care, teaching, research work, administration, institutional service, and professional development. Physician duties include the supervision of the clinical nurse practitioners in addition to coordinating care with a multi-disciplinary team. MUSC serves as a regional center with a full complement of pediatric sub-specialists. MUSC currently has a fellowship with 1 PEM-CAP fellow. However, with the addition of more faculty, could expand to 1 fellow per year. MUSC is the premier medical center and academic teaching hospital in South Carolina and the only quaternary referral center for children in the state. We are located in Charleston, a beautiful and historic but cosmopolitan city on the Atlantic Coast. MUSC and the Department of Pediatrics both have an impressive record of recent growth. The MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital opened in 2020. This 250-bed state-of-the-art building has transformed how care is delivered to children in South Carolina. The city of Charleston has been ranked the best city in America by multiple publications and travel sites. The Charleston community is family-friendly with excellent neighborhoods and schools, access to numerous cultural and outdoor activities, and easy transportation. Please contact division chief, Dr. Deana Lashley ([email protected]) with questions or interest. Posted 11/8/2024 Child Advocacy Center Physician | San Jose, CASanta Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH), a large public healthcare system in Silicon Valley, is seeking a full-time BE/BC pediatrician, with fellowship training in child abuse pediatrics, with an interest in advocacy for vulnerable children and youth to join the staff of the new Medical Clinic at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Santa Clara County. About the Position The responsibilities of the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) Pediatrician include clinical, administrative, and systems’ development roles. A. Clinical Responsibilities: 1. Forensic evaluations for child sexual abuse, child physical abuse and neglect at the Medical Clinic at the Children’s Advocacy Center and at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (SCVMC). Clinical hours and call schedule to be determined. 2. Consultation in child physical abuse and neglect, when requested by the Department of Family and Children’s Services (DFCS/CPS), Law Enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office, and clinical providers within SCVHHS, inpatient and outpatient, and affiliated external clinics. 3. Collaboration with the Pediatric Diagnostic Center, which will open doors in 2022, co-located with the CAC. The candidate will have potential opportunities to participate in developmental assessments in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. 4. Supervision of CAC advanced practice providers (physician’s assistants and nurse practitioners). B. Administrative Responsibilities: 1. Provide ongoing education and develop educational materials for staff pediatricians, residents, and physicians regarding signs and symptoms of abuse and neglect. 2. Provide annual training for the pediatric and emergency departments regarding mandatory reporting requirements and recognition of signs and symptoms of child abuse. 3. Support SCVMC’s Child Abuse Prevention Committee, an internal to SCVMC cross-disciplinary team that evaluates quality of abuse evaluations across SCVHHS, and supports educational efforts 4. Collaborate with our county and community partners to develop a centralized trauma-informed resource for children who have survived child abuse and neglect. These partners include Behavioral Health, Dept. of Family & Children Services (DFCS), Kinship and Foster Parent Association (KAFTA), Juvenile Court, Probation, District Attorney’s Office, County Superintendent of Schools, and Santa Clara County First 5. 5. Represent SCVMC on county-wide organizations who advocate for children’s health and safety. Compensation and benefits We offer competitive compensation, a generous comprehensive benefits package (incl. 54 days of leave per year) and paid malpractice with tail coverage. SCVH employees may be eligible for federal loan repayment assistance. If you are interested, please submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. To learn more, please visit: https://scvmc.scvh.org/careers/physician-recruitment-services/current-openings |