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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. Children’s Advocacy Center Pediatrician – San Jose, CASanta Clara Valley Health & Hospital System (SCVHHS), a large public healthcare system in Silicon Valley, is seeking a full-time BE/BC pediatrician with an interest in child abuse pediatrics and 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:
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Compensation and Benefits We offer competitive compensation, generous comprehensive benefits package (including 54 days of leave per year) and paid malpractice with tail-coverage. SCVHHS is an Equal Opportunity employer. If you are interested, please submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. To learn more about this position, please visit: https://www.scvmc.org/careers/physician-recruitment-service. Posted 08.16.22 Child Abuse Pediatrics Opportunity – University of California IrvineThe University of California Irvine (UCI), Department of Pediatrics is seeking a full-time board certified or board eligible child abuse pediatrician to join the Division of General Pediatrics, Subdivision of Child Abuse Pediatrics and to work in a multidisciplinary environment located in Orange County, California. The Division of General Pediatrics includes the Subdivision of Child Abuse Pediatrics that currently consists of two child abuse pediatricians and clinic staff. The clinic sees patients at the UCI-CAST (Child Abuse Services Team) Medical Unit located within Orange County’s CAC in the city of Orange. The child abuse pediatricians at UCI also provide inpatient and phone consultations for suspected child abuse and neglect for Orange County’s Social Services Agency, at UC Irvine Medical Center, Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), and Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital in Long Beach. If interested, there may be general pediatric opportunities available within the department as well. Candidates must be board-certified/board-eligible in child abuse pediatrics with experience in all aspects of child maltreatment and neglect, including physical and sexual abuse, neglect, and medical child abuse. We are seeking a qualified candidate with a strong commitment to patient care, education, research, and community engagement. The faculty member will provide direct patient care, be involved in teaching medical students, residents and CAP fellows, and participate in community outreach. The faculty will be a part of a multidisciplinary team that serves as a resource for the region, including consultation and education on child maltreatment. Our clinical practice is located in Orange County, California, which is known for its 42 miles of coastline with such spectacular vistas that many proclaim it the 'California Riviera'. Boasting one of the best climates in the world, with sunshine 342 days per year and an average annual temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit, Orange County is known for some of the most diverse landscape imaginable and just an hour’s drive from both desert and mountains. Orange County also boasts of such world class attractions as Disneyland and Disney California Adventures, Knott’s Berry Farm, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Beach Pageant of the Masters, and some of the best shopping and dining in all Southern California. Please contact Stephanie Brandos, our Division Administrator, at [email protected] with any questions you may have. Or connect with our Medical Director of Child Abuse Pediatrics, Dr. Corey Rood, at [email protected]. Apply to: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07418/apply. Posted 08.15.22 Child Abuse Pediatrician - Coastal VirginiaThe Child Advocacy Center (CAC) at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD) in Norfolk Virginia seeks 1-2 Child Abuse Pediatricians to join its multidisciplinary program. CHKD is Virginia's only free-standing children's hospital, and the region’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. Eastern Virginia Medical School also sponsors an accredited Child Abuse Pediatric fellowship program and has trained fellows at CHKD for 20 years. The Hampton Roads community is diverse, offering close proximity to beaches and mountains, many historical attractions, and a wide variety of art and cultural activities. The CHKD CAC has been a critical resource in coastal Virginia for 22 years, with a team consisting of child abuse pediatricians, forensic nurses, physician assistants, forensic interviewers, licensed clinical social workers, psychologists, and case managers. CHKD’s CAC is hospital-based, and is the largest in Virginia, serving more than 1800 children and families annually across Hampton Roads and leading 11 multidisciplinary teams. The program offers a wide variety of services for children, with medical services including outpatient clinic, inpatient consultation, and investigative consults at the request of MDT members. The CAC has an established program supporting sexually exploited youth and serves as the backbone agency for the area’s trauma-informed community network. The CHKD hospital system recently opened a free standing mental health facility with 60 inpatient beds, a partial hospitalization program and intensive outpatient services to address the national crisis in children’s mental health. The full-time Child Abuse Pediatrician positions offer a very competitive salary and benefits package as well as academic faculty appointment in the Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics at Eastern Virginia Medical School. The positions also have teaching responsibilities; medical faculty play an integral role in mentoring and supervising the program’s medical fellowship program and teaching of medical and non-medical audiences. Ample opportunities for research and other scholarly activity also are available. All medical positions require clinical work, however specific job descriptions, such as medical director or fellowship director, will be tailored to the individual candidates’ strengths and interests. Successful candidates should be board certified in Child Abuse Pediatrics, have clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient child abuse assessment, and be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary setting. Candidates should be committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and to the provision of trauma-informed care. For additional information, contact: Posted 08.12.22 CAP Position in Portland, ORNorthwest Permanente, P.C. is recruiting a full-time BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join the Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN) team within Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon. Northwest Permanente is a self-governed (physician-led), multi-specialty group of 1,500 physicians, surgeons, and clinicians, caring for 630,000 members in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Kaiser Permanente is one of the nation's pre-eminent health care systems, a benchmark for comprehensive, integrated, value-based, and high-quality care. Doernbecher Children’s Hospital (DCH) is the top ranked Children’s Hospital in Oregon, with a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, a full range of pediatric subspecialties, and pediatric residency program. DCH is part of OHSU, a nationally ranked research institution and the only public academic medical center in Oregon. DCH provides care to families throughout Oregon and the surrounding states. Interested candidates will have an opportunity to join two CAP physicians and a team of social workers at DCH. The SCAN team activities include:
Additionally, the SCAN team provides outpatient medical evaluations as part of the CARES Northwest child advocacy center in Portland. CARES Northwest is a collaborative community-based medical program for the assessment, treatment and prevention of child abuse, serving over 7000 children annually. Candidates will have the opportunity to work with CAP physicians and other medical providers, forensic interviewers, Family Support services and the TF-CBT team. Portland, the largest city in Oregon, is known for its vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, plentiful musical, dining and cultural offerings, mild weather, bike-ability, and easy access to nature. Portland offers the amenities of a major city, including major sports leagues and a world-class airport, and the quirky charm of a small town. Portland ranked 9th on the U.S. News & World Report 2021 Best Places to Live list. Equal opportunity employer: At Northwest Permanente, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Northwest Permanente believes that diversity, inclusion, and equity among our employees are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Interested candidates should inquire at: https://nwpermanente.com/jobs/pediatrician/?id=8135. Posted 08.01.22 BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician – Gulf Coast LocationDriscoll Children’s Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join a highly dedicated team of healthcare professionals. The Child Abuse Resource and Evaluation Team, under the medical direction of Dr. Raquel Vargas-Whale, is supported by an experienced team of, Licensed Master’s-Level Social Workers, Forensic Nurse examiners and administrative office assistants. The Child Abuse Pediatrician will be responsible for providing medical forensic evaluations and consultations and have strong clinical skills. There are opportunities for teaching residents and medical students through an affiliation with Texas A&M University Health Science Center and the University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley. The qualified candidate will be certified or board eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics and American Board of Pediatrics, will be eligible for licensure in the state of Texas. Successful applicants will enjoy a sign-on bonus, highly competitive compensation package, medical, dental, and vision, disability and life insurance, excellent retirement plans, generous paid vacation days, paid holidays, CME allowance malpractice insurance. About Driscoll Children’s Hospital Driscoll Children’s Hospital is a 191-bed pediatric tertiary care center with more than 30 medical and surgical specialties offering care throughout South Texas, including Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. Driscoll Children's Hospital remains the only, free-standing children’s hospital in South Texas with the first emergency room created exclusively for children. The hospital maintains a teaching affiliation with Texas A&M University Health Science Center and has a pediatric residency (45 plus residents). About Corpus Christi, Texas Corpus Christi, Texas is a wonderful place to work, live and play! It is a dynamic coastal city that offers great schools, K- 12 (five independent school districts within the city) and higher education, Texas A&M University -Corpus Christi and Del Mar College and Coastal Bend College. The cost of living is low and there is no state income tax. Corpus Christi is currently ranked as one of the most affordable places to buy a home in the USA. The mild climate allows for year-round outdoor fun. Enjoy the beaches, parks, hiking/biking trails, shopping, dining, festivals, sporting events and more. Email your interest to [email protected], Lori Smith, Director of Physician Recruitment 361-694-5906 direct line. Posted 07.29.22 Child Abuse Medical Provider - Oregon City, OregonChildren’s Center is the Child Advocacy Center for Clackamas County, Oregon and is seeking a medical provider who thrives in a collaborative team environment and can provide exceptional care and support to our clients. Children’s Center is a private, non-profit child abuse intervention center accredited by the National Children’s Alliance. Children are referred to the Center by law enforcement agencies, child protective workers, parents, teachers, health care providers, and others concerned for their welfare. Our mission is to work with the community to end child abuse and neglect through assessment, treatment, and prevention. Child Abuse Medical Providers are responsible for providing medical evaluations of children suspected to be victims of abuse or neglect. This position utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach to the evaluation of suspected child abuse, working in partnership with forensic interviewers, family support specialists, and community partners such as law enforcement and child protective services. The team currently consists of four medical providers who participate in peer review and ongoing education. Providers do not go in after hours or on weekends. The Center is located in Oregon City, Oregon, which is just 13 miles south of Portland, Oregon offering outdoor activities, great cuisine, farmers’ markets, and art festivals, just to name a few. Additionally, Children’s Center can provide on the job training in the field of child abuse and neglect. To apply: https://childrenscenter.hiringthing.com/job/300537/child-abuse-medical-provider?s=HelferSociety. Posted 07.28.22 Division Chief, Child Protection – Madison, WIThe Department of Pediatrics is recruiting a physician at the faculty rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to lead our Division of Child Protection within the Department of Pediatrics at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. This position provides clinical services for victims of suspected child maltreatment. A competitive salary and benefit package is provided, including generous academic support. Responsibilities:
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To Apply: https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/514524/division-chief-child-protection. For Questions, please contact, Leigh Fredericks, [email protected]. Posted 07.20.22 Pediatric Child Abuse Opportunity - Columbia, SCPrisma Health, the largest not-for-profit healthcare provider in South Carolina, seeks a BC/BE Pediatrician to join a growing team in our Pediatric Child Abuse Division. The full-time position is open to a physician who is trained in Child Abuse, or in General Pediatrics with a strong interest in child abuse. The position will include direct patient care, as well as responsibility for teaching. The general pediatrician candidate will be provided training during the first year of employment. Details:
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The Department of Pediatrics has a record of academic achievement, financial success, and high faculty morale. The Department along with our freestanding Children’s Hospital presently provide 151,000 patient encounters annually with 7,500 admissions and over 30,000 pediatric emergency room visits. The department has 18 divisions, is actively growing. While primarily teaching clinicians, some faculty are engaged in research with infrastructure support. With nearly 30,000 team members, 18 hospitals, 2,984 beds and more than 300 physician practice sites, Prisma Health serves more than 1.2 million unique patients annually. Its goal is to improve the health of all South Carolinians by enhancing clinical quality, the patient experience and access to affordable care, as well as conducting clinical research and training the next generation of medical professionals. For more information, visit PrismaHealth.org. Columbia is the state capital, and home to the University of South Carolina. It is ideally located near beautiful mountains, beaches and lakes. We enjoy a diverse and thriving economy, excellent quality of life and wonderful cultural and educational opportunities. Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and CV to: Lexy Mason, Physician Recruiter, [email protected]. Posted 06.30.22 Child Abuse Pediatrician 1.0 FTE - University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (Illinois)About this opportunity
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Compensation Competitive salary with a comprehensive physician benefit package including Retirement Benefits, Health, Dental, Vision, Paid CME/Professional Development Resources, Paid Vacation, Malpractice, Disability, and Relocation Allowance. About the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) and our partner hospitals
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. UIC is an EOE/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran. For consideration, apply at: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobid=118308. Posted 06.29.22 Child Abuse Pediatrician - Department of PediatricsDepartment of Pediatrics, Biological Sciences Division To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago‚ Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/108501. Applicants must upload: CV and cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled. For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email [email protected] with their request. Posted 06.28.22 Child Abuse Pediatrics (Assistant or Associate Professor) – University of MinnesotaThe University of Minnesota is seeking an outstanding physician, subspecialty trained in Child Abuse Pediatrics, to join our multidisciplinary team at the Center for Safe & Healthy Children. Our program is part of the robust graduate medical education at the University of Minnesota and one of two Centers of Excellence for Child Abuse Pediatrics in the metropolitan Twin Cities area. This is a full-time faculty position providing direct patient care as well as education, quality improvement, and research. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits. The Center for Safe & Healthy Children is dedicated to caring for child and adolescent victims of maltreatment through a child-focused interdisciplinary model utilizing healthcare professionals at M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital, Children’s Minnesota, and Hennepin Healthcare. The Center provides inpatient consultations to both Masonic Children’s Hospital (Level III Pediatric Trauma Center) and Hennepin County Medical Center (Level I Pediatric Trauma Center) and outpatient consultations at our SafeChild Clinic. Our partner, the Hennepin Assault Response Team provides 24/7 coverage for forensic medical evaluations for pediatric and adolescent sexual assault victims in the Emergency Departments. Our interdisciplinary team includes dedicated administrative support, research project management, social work, and child life. The new faculty member will join 2 Child Abuse Pediatricians at the Center for Safe & Healthy Children and enjoy regional collaboration that includes 2 additional Child Abuse Pediatricians at Midwest Children’s Resource Center. Our unique regional collaboration includes a shared call schedule and an ACGME-accredited Child Abuse Pediatrics fellowship program. The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota has over 180 full-time faculty and a 100-year tradition of excellence in the medical care of children and in the enhancement of care through research and education. There is a thriving biomedical hub at the University of Minnesota with an emphasis on pediatric devices. The University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital also houses some of the leading pediatric clinical programs in the country, including organ transplantation, blood and marrow transplants, cancer treatments and cardiovascular surgery. The Department offers internal grants and funds educational, translational (bench top to clinical), and quality improvement projects. In addition, the Department offers all faculty educational topics for promotion and self-improvement. Furthermore, the School of Medicine and Department provide EDIC learning and teaching opportunities. For more information, please contact: Lee Fox at [email protected] or job site here. Posted 06.23.22 Medical Director Alaska CaresSeeking a full-time Medical Director for Alaska Cares. As part of a national network, Alaska CARES is Alaska's oldest Children's Advocacy Center and an accredited member of the National Children's Alliance. Join the team and experience all that the beautiful and scenic state of Alaska has to offer from the welcoming community of Anchorage, Alaska. Alaska CARES is an outpatient program under The Children’s Hospital at Providence Alaska Medical Center. The Medical Director will be based at the outpatient clinic which is a newly designed facility that acts as the community’s multidisciplinary center. In addition to being co-located with key partner agencies the Alaska CARES clinic space was specifically designed as a Child Advocacy Center.
Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits provided. For further details, please contact: Interim Medical Director, Cathy Baldwin-Johnson MD, FAAFP, 907-232-8195 or [email protected] Posted 06.23.22 Full Time Child Abuse Pediatrician - St. Louis University School of MedicineThe Division of Child Protection in the Department of Pediatrics at Saint Louis University School of Medicine is recruiting a full time Child Abuse Pediatrician. The physician will join an established child abuse team of one full-time child abuse pediatrician, a nurse practitioner, three social workers, and five nurses. Our team is based in Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital, a 190 bed, free-standing children’s hospital. We are a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. The Pediatrics Department has 130 faculty members representing all major subspecialties. Desired skills include an awareness of the impact of trauma on children’s well-being; knowledge of how various systems of care impact children’s welfare; ability to collaborate with leaders and organizations to advance the integration of services for vulnerable children; and interest in improving the provision of patient care, education, and community engagement in the Saint Louis region. Responsibilities include provision of inpatient and outpatient clinical consultation; shared call coverage; supervision of Advanced Practice Providers; education of medical students, residents, fellows, and community partners; education and mentoring of providers in Missouri’s SAFECARE network; research/quality improvement activities; participation in policy development pertaining to child abuse pediatrics; provision of expert testimony and collaboration with law enforcement, children’s services and other community agencies. Our division operates a comprehensive foster care clinic providing evaluations and medical case management to children entering the foster care system. The Child Protection Team provides leadership to community and statewide organizations including county based fatality review teams, state/local task forces and advisory committees, and the Missouri SAFECARE network. There are ample opportunities for personal academic growth and development, new program development, community service and clinical research. Our team enjoys an excellent working relationship with the Saint Louis University School of Public Health and Social Justice and the Brown School (social work, public health, social policy) at Washington University. Child Protection faculty hold a faculty appointment at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine commensurate with experience. For additional information, please contact: Timothy J. Kutz, MD, FAAP Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Posted 06.09.22 BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician, Vanderbilt UniversityThe Division of Hospital Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join the Center for Child Protection & Well-Being at Monroe Carell Junior Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The division greatly values diversity and is committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply. Interested candidates will have the opportunity to join an established child abuse pediatrics team consisting of two child abuse pediatricians, social worker, and a program coordinator. We anticipate a full-time nurse practitioner to be joining the team by the end of the year and in 2023, we will be adding a full-time nurse. With our active inpatient consultative service and a growing outpatient clinic, we evaluate children suspected of being physically abused, neglected, or victims of Medical Child Abuse. Through a relationship with a separate center for evaluation of sexually abused children, the child abuse pediatricians supervise four forensic nurse practitioners with opportunities to be more involved depending on the candidate’s level of interest. Participation in hospital and community-based multidisciplinary team meetings as well as provision of education to medical and non-medical learners are key roles of all the team members. In addition to clinical activities, opportunities to engage in research, quality improvement, or medical education are also available and highly encouraged. The Department of Pediatrics offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. We are seeking candidates for an Assistant or Associate Professor academic appointment with opportunities for leadership and growth of the team depending on experience and interests. The Monroe Carell Junior Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is the stand-alone children’s hospital of Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Our world-class, 343-bed hospital is built on the science of healing and supports the Department’s pillars of patient care, education, and discovery. Our exceptional medical teams and the generous support of the community enable us to provide every child who comes to us with the hope of improved health. The catchment area for the Children’s Hospital includes middle Tennessee, southern Kentucky, and northern Alabama and is the only Level 1 pediatric trauma center in the region. Our center is the only program offering services focused on the medical evaluation of child physical abuse and neglect for this region. Vanderbilt University, nationally recognized in higher education and healthcare, is the second largest private employer in Tennessee and is located in the heart of Nashville. This capital city has a diverse population and is marked by its unique blend of big city flair and small-town charm. Nashville has been named one of the 15 best U.S. cities for work and family as well as America’s friendliest city three years in a row. Nationally recognized restaurants, unique and historical neighborhoods, and a wide array of cultural experiences including a vibrant music and entertainment scene make Nashville a wonderful place to call home. Interested individuals should send a cover letter along with a CV to: Karen Lakin, MD, MSPH Vanderbilt University Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. All inquiries and referrals will remain confidential. Posted 05.31.22 Child Abuse Physician, John Sealy School of Medicine - Galveston, TXThe Department of Pediatrics at the John Sealy School of Medicine in Galveston, Texas is seeking a child abuse physician for the ABC Patient Safety and Protection Team. The John Sealy School of Medicine is one of five schools (School of Medicine, School of Health Professions, School of Nursing, the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, and School of Public and Population Health) which comprise the University of Texas Medical Branch. The campus occupies over 100 acres on historic Galveston Island. We are one of three medical schools which are members of the Texas Medical Center. The University currently employs approximately 13,000 faculty, staff and students and is committed to achieving excellence in each of its educational, research, clinical care, and community outreach missions. We are also one of the top twenty employers in the Houston-Galveston metropolitan area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of committed individuals who provide a full range of services to children who have been abused or neglected, including foster children. Team members include three physicians, one nurse practitioner, a social worker and support staff. In addition to direct face-to-face services to children evaluated in Galveston County, the CAP provides on-line consultation via the Forensic Assessment Centers Network to a 19-county region in the Southeast Texas. The Child Maltreatment Service provides education to pediatric residents (2-week required rotation), medical students (4-week Child Abuse and Foster Care Elective which is highly subscribed), as well as didactics and community educations and prevention activities. Consultation service is provided to 3 hospitals including the nearby UTMB Hospitals and Shriners Children’s Texas Hospital (burns and orthopedics). There is outstanding support from related pediatric Subspecialty and Radiology. A valid Texas Medical License is desirable. Additional information about the program and the department is available at www.utmb.edu/pedi. Interested individuals should contact Patricia Beach MD, Director of the ABC Child Safety and Protection Team. ([email protected], 409 747-9298.) This opportunity is ideal for an early to mid-career CAP who is eager to lead a developing program, but support and mentorship are available for individuals who have completed fellowship recently. Please share this information with fellows in your program or others who may desire more information. UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or veteran status. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Posted 05.27.22 BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician - Oakland, CAQUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE COMFORTABLE WITH
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To learn more about these opportunities and to apply, please visit: https://tpmg.permanente.org/. If you are interested, please contact: Judy Padilla, Regional Recruiter, Physician Recruitment Services, at: [email protected] or 510-625-5915. We are an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Connect With Us Facebook: @TPMGPhysicianCareers Posted 05.20.22 Child Abuse Pediatrician – University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin (UW) School of Medicine & Public Health is recruiting a full- or part-time physician at the faculty rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to lead our Division of Child Protection. This position will lead the clinical, research, and outreach missions of the UW’s Child Protection Program. The Division Chief will play a pivotal role in maintaining strong community partnerships and enhancing the region-wide advocacy efforts for children affected by child maltreatment. This person will lead a skilled multidisciplinary team in providing clinical care to suspected victims of child abuse in both the ambulatory and inpatient environments. Educational activities will include bedside, classroom, and small group teaching to a variety of learners and community partners. A strong interest in clinical research or scholarly activity is expected. Outstanding communication skills and a collaborative work ethic are essential for this position. Learn more and apply here: https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/503377/division-chief-child-protection. Posted 05.11.22 Child Protection Team Pediatrician/Advanced Practice Nurse, Boston Medical CenterThe Department of Pediatrics at the Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and Boston Medical Center (BMC) seek a Pediatrician or Advanced Practice Nurse to join the BMC Child Protection Team. The Child Protection Team covers all patients at BMC and provides consultation for affiliated community health centers. We employ a co-leadership model with parity between physician and social work members. Our multidisciplinary team strives to address child maltreatment using a diversity-, trauma-, and justice-informed approach. We encourage applicants with a passion for understanding the ways in which systems of oppression impact us, our patients, and our work. Applicants should have clinical expertise serving patients and families impacted by trauma, family disruption, and carceral systems; experience advocating for systems-based change is desired. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach seeks to encourage thoughtful and deliberative decision-making that centers patient and family well-being. Provide in-person inpatient, emergency department, and outpatient consultation in all clinical areas at Boston Medical Center and evaluate patients in BMC Pediatrics Foster Care Clinic. Provide phone consultation to providers from designated community health centers. Participate in on-call rotation, availability both by phone and for in-person consultation. Opportunities to teach Boston University School of Medicine students, residents in the Boston Combined Residency Program in Pediatrics, and residents in other programs at Boston Medical Center. Candidates with BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics are preferred. Physician candidates (MD/DO) must be BC/BE in Pediatrics and must have or be eligible for a Massachusetts medical license. Highly qualified Advanced Practice Nurses will be considered. Preference for candidates whose approach to child maltreatment is consonant with the framework outlined above. For those interested, clinical opportunities in general pediatrics may also be available. The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor level in the Clinical series will be determined based on the background and qualifications. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY CAREERS WEBSITE. Candidates may apply by submitting a cover letter/CV to Rachael Charles at [email protected] with subject: “Pediatrician—Child Protection Team Application.” Required Skills
The Department of Pediatrics believes that the cultural and social diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is vitally important to the distinction and excellence of our clinical, research and academic programs. Posted 05.09.22 Child Abuse Pediatric OpportunityWe are currently seeking to fill a faculty position in Child Abuse Pediatrics in the Division of General Pediatrics. 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 of 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 Bivona Child Advocacy Center 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. REACH 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 Bivona Child Advocacy Center. 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:
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Please contact Ann Lenane, [email protected], with questions or interest in this position. Posted 05.04.22 Child Protection Program – Child Abuse Pediatrician Massachusetts General HospitalThe Child Protection Program in the Department of Pediatrics at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking candidates for a full-time board-certified Child Abuse Pediatrician position. Our multidisciplinary team provides consultation to the pediatric and adult services at MGH and provides virtual consultation with affiliated Mass General Brigham hospitals. The MGH multidisciplinary team also provides consultation to community health centers and to McLean Psychiatric Hospital. MGH provides care to patients who are racially and ethnically diverse, with an emphasis on addressing social inequities. This full-time faculty position will provide an opportunity for direct patient care, training of Harvard Medical School students, residents and staff, close connections with community agencies including the Department of Children and Families and various Children’s Advocacy Centers, and opportunity for research, quality improvement work, and court testimony. The MGH Child Protection Team provides approximately 1,000 consultations a year, with cases ranging from medical and social neglect to physical abuse, sexual abuse, and Medical Child Abuse. One-third of the team’s consultations come from adult service providers in the emergency department, inpatient unit, and obstetrics unit. The Child Protection Program has a joint leadership model with an experienced social work manager who works closely with the medical director. The team also has a second experienced social work consultant, another part-time physician, and a neurosurgeon who serves as a senior consultant to the physicians. Clinical and strategic planning opportunities will include:
Requirements include an MD or equivalent degree, eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Massachusetts, and board certification or board eligibility in Child Abuse Medicine. Academic appointment as Instructor, Assistant, or Associate Professor at HMS will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, achievements, and teaching responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is now available and will remain open until filled. Mass General Hospital is a founding member of the Mass General Brigham Integrated Health Care System, is located in Massachusetts, and has been consistently ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one the Nation’s top 5 Hospitals. Excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and CV to: Alice Newton, MD Posted 04.15.22 Child Abuse Pediatrics Assistant, Associate or Full ProfessorThe University of California, San Diego (UCSD), Department of Pediatrics (http://www-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 applicants for a full-time Pediatrician with expertise in Child Abuse Pediatrics to provide patient care at RCHSD/the Chadwick Center for Children and Families, and within the Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics. The Chadwick Center at RCHSD is one of the largest hospital-based child advocacy and trauma treatment centers in the nation, with a staff of 75 professionals (medicine, social work, psychology, psychiatry, child development, nursing, education technology). The Chadwick Center provides child abuse medical services for San Diego, Imperial and southern Riverside counties, a region with over 3 million people. Child abuse pediatricians oversee a 24/7 response to acute child/adolescent sexual assault and provide continual telephone availability to the community to triage and manage medical intervention for maltreatment issues. There is a daily clinic for outpatient child abuse and neglect evaluations as well as medical second opinion cases with additional clinical child abuse oversight to children evaluated for burns at the Regional Burn Center at UCSD. The attending physicians also provide back up to the providers at the emergency County shelter for children in custody. The division has a strong commitment to clinical care, teaching, multidisciplinary collaboration and scholarly pursuits. Division faculty play a major role in education for medical students, pediatric residents and fellows, and in planning for the annual San Diego International Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment. Candidates with additional independent research funding are encouraged. Candidates must have an MD or equivalent and 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/board eligible in Pediatrics. Candidates with board certification/board eligibility in Child Abuse Pediatrics or have completed a fellowship in a similar sub-specialty within child abuse medicine field are preferred. The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate of Full Professor level, in the Clinical series will be determined based on the background and qualifications of the successful candidates. A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and based on University of California pay scales. As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Applications must be submitted through the University of California San Diego's Academic Personnel RECRUIT system at: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply/JPF02802. The University of California, San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, covered veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. Posted 04.09.22 Child Abuse Pediatrician Opportunity - Sioux Falls, SDSanford Children’s Hospital and the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine are seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician.
SANFORD HEALTH SYSTEM Sanford Health, one of the largest health systems in the United States, is dedicated to the integrated delivery of health care, genomic medicine, senior care and services, global clinics, research and affordable insurance. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization includes 44 hospitals, 1,400 physicians and more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations in 26 states and nine countries. ABOUT SANFORD HEALTH IN SIOUX FALLS
SIOUX FALLS COMMUNITY Sioux Falls is one of the fastest growing areas in the Midwest. As the largest city in the state, it balances an excellent quality of life and strong economy with a safe, clean living environment. The cost of living is competitive and South Dakota has no state income tax. Sioux Falls offers amenities of a community twice its size such as fine dining, shopping, arts, sports and nightlife. TO LEARN MORE, PLEASE CONTACT: Jessilyn Barker, AASPR Posted 03.22.22 The Medical College of Wisconsin Child Abuse Pediatrician Seeks CAP/Board Eligible CAPThe child abuse pediatricians at Children’s Wisconsin and The Medical College of Wisconsin are thrilled to announce that our large program with 5 child abuse pediatricians and 12 Advanced Practice Providers has a posting for a new CAP/board eligible CAP to start on 7/1/22. Our program is very robust from the advocacy, research, clinical, education, and community perspectives. We have multiple clinical sites, 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 sites/activities include a foster care medical home program, a hospital-based consult program, a pediatric RN-staffed SANE program, and multiple CACs throughout eastern Wisconsin. We are adding a team of APPs as we build our “APP Now” program to provide 24/7/365 in-person availability of APPs who are part of our team. On 7/1/22, we will have a new fellow join our team. Life-work harmony is excellent in the CAPS (Child Advocacy and Protection Services) Program. Milwaukee is a fabulous place to live, play, and work! The position is described below, and you can learn much more by visiting the websites. Please reach out to me (contact information below) 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
Lynn K. Sheets, MD, FAAP Posted 03.15.22 Child Protection MedicineThis is truly an extraordinary time to join the Lehigh Valley Health Network. LVHN emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic with exceptional care providers and financial strength. LVHN is one of the nation's most advanced health networks, offering comprehensive care in 95 clinical specialties. Practice Overview The Department of Pediatrics at LVHN Children’s Hospital includes physicians in 30+ specialties, a large general pediatric group, and dedicated hospitalist & intensivists.
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Influenza vaccination and COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all colleagues unless medically contraindicated or due to a bona fide religious belief or practice. Applicants possessing a medical marijuana card will not be considered for safety sensitive positions. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities. To learn more please visit www.LVHN.org. Or, contact Kyle Rickert at [email protected], 484-375-7307. Posted 03.14.22 Pediatric Child Abuse Opportunity - Columbia, SCPrisma Health, the largest not-for-profit healthcare provider in South Carolina, seeks a BC/BE Pediatrician to join a growing team in our Pediatric Child Abuse Division. The full-time position is open to a physician who is trained in Child Abuse, or in General Pediatrics with a strong interest in child abuse. The position will include direct patient care, as well as responsibility for teaching. The general pediatrician candidate will be provided training during the first year of employment. Details
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The Department of Pediatrics has a record of academic achievement, financial success, and high faculty morale. The Department along with our freestanding Children’s Hospital presently provide 151,000 patient encounters annually with 7,500 admissions and over 30,000 pediatric emergency room visits. The department has 18 divisions, is actively growing. While primarily teaching clinicians, some faculty are engaged in research with infrastructure support. With nearly 30,000 team members, 18 hospitals, 2,984 beds and more than 300 physician practice sites, Prisma Health serves more than 1.2 million unique patients annually. Its goal is to improve the health of all South Carolinians by enhancing clinical quality, the patient experience and access to affordable care, as well as conducting clinical research and training the next generation of medical professionals. For more information, visit PrismaHealth.org. Columbia is the state capital, and home to the University of South Carolina. It is ideally located near beautiful mountains, beaches and lakes. We enjoy a diverse and thriving economy, excellent quality of life and wonderful cultural and educational opportunities. Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and CV to: Tina Owens, Manager, Physician Recruitment, [email protected]. EOE. Posted 03.11.22 Norton Children's Pediatric Protection Specialists Seeks Child Abuse PediatricianNorton Children's Pediatric Protection Specialists, affiliated with UofL School of Medicine, is seeking a child abuse pediatrician to join our practice. Our team of 10 professionals includes child abuse pediatricians, fellows, a nurse practitioner, nurses, and administrative personnel. We evaluate children from across Kentucky and Southern Indiana who are suspected victims of child maltreatment. Norton Children’s Pediatric Protection Specialists sees children at Norton Children’s Hospital, a free-standing tertiary/quaternary care facility, and we perform case reviews for children who are not seen in person. Our child abuse pediatricians work in tandem with a nurse or fellow on all cases, with responsibility for evaluation, case management, report writing and court testimony when needed. We embrace diversity and social justice in all we do. About the Position
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To discuss this opportunity, contact Tracy Shaughnessy, senior recruiter, physicians, Norton Medical Group, at (502) 609-3672 or [email protected]. To learn more about all our opportunities, visit BeANortonDoctor.com. Posted 03.01.22 |
