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Child Abuse Pediatrician | Sacramento, CAUC Davis Children's Hospital seeks a faculty member in Pediatric Hospitalist Medicine, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, or General Pediatrics with an interest in the clinical evaluation of children and adolescents who have possibly been abused and/or neglected. The completion of a Child Abuse Pediatrics (CAP) Fellowship is not required for this position. Candidates should have experience in the evaluation of children who have been abused and/or neglected. Candidates will be expected to dedicate up to 50% of their clinical time to child abuse evaluations in a busy regional pediatric center in Northern California, with the remaining clinical time spent in their designated specialty. Opportunity Highlights Community Highlights - Desirable Metro in Beautiful Northern California If you are interested, please contact: Posted 5/22/25 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Orange, CACHOC Medical Group Child Protection team is looking for a dynamic, full-time Child Abuse Pediatrician with strong clinical and teaching skills to join a growing program at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), a premier healthcare system based in Southern California. CHOC is exclusively committed to the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy, outreach and research that brings advanced treatment to pediatric patients. Minimum Requirements: Board Certified/Eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics; CA Medical License Full Time Job Description: Financial Package *Base pay rate does not include any incentives that service line specific positions may qualify for in their division. Signing bonuses may also be available and would also be in addition to total compensation. The pay range listed is an honest estimate of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful candidate at the time of posting. When determining pay, several factors are taken into consideration, including but not limited to location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and budget. For more information, please contact: Posted 5/20/25 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Tacoma, WAWhere Kids and Families are Always FirstMultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience. Mary Bridge Children’s multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We’re continually recognized as a ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization. Position Summary FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: M-F; 8-5pm Requirements Why Mary Bridge Children's? Link to Apply: Questions? Posted 5/20/25 Child Abuse Pediatrician | St. Louis, MOThe 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 six 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. Our division operates an inpatient consult service, outpatient assessment clinic, and 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: Posted 4/30/25 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Wichita, KSThe Department of Pediatrics, at the University of Kansas School of Medicine—Wichita is seeking a candidate for a full-time faculty position in the Division of Child Abuse and Neglect. The candidate will have earned a D.O., M.D., or equivalent and be a BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics. The position offers an exciting opportunity to join over 25 other board-certified medical and surgical pediatric specialties. Ambulatory clinic and inpatient consultation occur primarily with our clinical partner, Wesley Children’s Hospital, but the position will support pediatric patients across our state. A successful candidate must have an interest in practicing academic medicine, supporting our graduate medical education programs in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, as well as our medical school campus. The University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita (KUSM-W) Department of Pediatrics is a thriving group of dedicated academic clinicians collaborating to deliver pediatric clinical care, education, scholarship and advocacy to the children and families of Kansas. The Wichita campus serves over 200 medical students and boasts modern academic capabilities including a hi-fidelity simulation center and resources to support clinical and translational research. In 2027, we will complete construction of a brand-new, state of the art medical school; The Wichita Biomedical Center will be an interprofessional medical education and research center, integrating health care educational programs across the community. Wesley Children’s Hospital (WCH), a tertiary care pediatric hospital within the main Wesley campus, is the result of a $70 million investment by Health Corporation of American and Wesley Healthcare and offers the only tertiary care children’s services in Central and Western Kansas. WCH has the largest delivery service in Kansas, and includes 76 NICU beds, 35 general inpatient beds, 15 PICU beds, and centralized pediatric sedation. The NICU and PICU are staffed 24/7 in-house by board-certified specialists. WCH is a level 1 trauma center with 24/7 pediatric surgery/trauma coverage. Wichita, Kansas is the largest city in Kansas with 640,000 in the metro area. It has small town friendliness along with variety and amenities of a large city including restaurants and entertainment, minor league baseball and hockey teams, and great shopping. Wichita has excellent public and private schools, as well as seven universities/colleges. Aerospace engineering and health care are Wichita’s two largest industries. Click here to apply - Child Abuse & Neglect Pediatrician For more information, please contact:Trisha Richmeier, Director of Finance & Administration at KU-Wichita Pediatrics Phone: (316) 706-5865 Email: [email protected] Posted 4/4/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Springfield, MABaystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system in western Massachusetts which consists of an academic medical center, three community hospitals and the region’s largest multispecialty group. Our flagship hospital, Baystate Medical Center, is home to the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School-Baystate. We are seeking a Child Abuse Pediatrician to join our employed physician team at Baystate Children’s Hospital. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
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For more information please contact: EOE. Posted 4/15/25 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 two 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: Or Jamie Condon Posted 4/3/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Norfolk, VAChildren’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD) seeks a board certified or board eligible Child Abuse Pediatrician to join the medical team at our Child Advocacy Center (CAC), which has been a critical resource in Coastal Virginia for more than 25 years. Accredited through the National Children's Alliance and dedicated to providing child-friendly services to children with suspected maltreatment, CHKD’s CAC is the largest in Virginia, serving over 1,600 children annually. The program offers medical, forensic, and mental health services to abused and neglected children at its three locations in southeastern Virginia. The medical team currently consists of a child abuse pediatrician, 2 physician assistants, nursing, and forensic nurse examiners. In addition to the medical team, the CAC also includes forensic interviewers, licensed clinical social workers, psychologists, case managers, and trainees. Our center has an established program for trafficked youth and houses the area’s trauma-informed community network. The program has been training child abuse pediatric fellows since 2003. The CAC is a department of Virginia's sole free-standing children's hospital, which has the region’s only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. A 60-bed pediatric mental health hospital tower opened in 2022. CHKD has demonstrated sincere and ongoing commitment to the maintenance and success of the CAC and our medical team. Academic appointment will be in the Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics of Eastern Virginia Medical School, newly affiliated with Old Dominion University’s Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences. Norfolk is one of 7 major cities in the Hampton Roads region in southeast Virginia. Winters are mild, spring and autumn are wonderful, and the ocean breezes temper the summer warmth. The area has an excellent quality of life, with reasonable housing costs, great restaurants, and numerous activities to suit any interest. Drives to the Outer Banks, the mountains, and even Washington, DC, are easy to do. This full-time position offers a very competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should be Board Eligible/Certified in Child Abuse Pediatrics and be willing to serve as core faculty for the child abuse pediatrics fellowship. Applicants should excel in the clinical assessment of abused and neglected children; be skilled in teaching a diverse array of learners, including non-medical professionals; provide trauma-informed care; and possess excellent organizational and interdisciplinary communication skills. For additional information, contact: Deborah Lowen, MDMedical Director, CHKD Child Advocacy Center Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters Professor of Pediatrics, EVMS at Old Dominion University [email protected], 757-668-6131 or 615-636-9822 Or Erinn F. Portnoy, LCSWExecutive Director, CHKD Child Advocacy Center [email protected], 757-668-6164 935 Redgate Avenue Norfolk, Virginia 23507 Posted 3/25/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Newark, NJThe Metro Regional Diagnostic and Treatment Center (RDTC) at Children’s Hospital of New Jersey (CHoNJ) is seeking a third full-time BC/BE child abuse pediatrician to join our medical team of two CAPs, a part-time NP, a medical coordinator and one RN. The Metro RDTC is the only resource providing coordinated medical and mental health care for maltreated children in Essex County, NJ, and covers 25% of child abuse cases in the state. We are the only such center in New Jersey that is co-located in a free-standing nationally accredited CAC, which allows easy communication with our partners in the prosecutor’s office and child protective services. Metro RDTC physicians provide both inpatient and outpatient consultations for suspected abuse and neglect. We are a busy service with good relationships with our pediatric emergency department and subspecialty services and are growing our connections with the other tertiary care hospitals in the region. We also work well with the other child abuse programs in the state. The Metro RDTC is active in education for pediatric residents, pediatric ER fellows, child protective services, and law enforcement. This position provides an excellent opportunity for clinical practice, teaching, research, quality improvement, and advocacy in the field. There will be opportunities for professional growth that can be developed from the interests of a successful applicant. We offer a secure salary and benefits package. CHoNJ and our CAC offices are located in Newark, NJ. Whatever your interests, there are close opportunities for living and recreation. Newark is 10 miles from Manhattan, which is easily reachable by car or public transportation. Newark is also near smaller metropolitan areas and family-friendly suburbs, and one hour from the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore. Interested candidates should contact Dr. Monica Weiner at [email protected] or call 973-753-1180 Posted 3/25/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician or Advanced Practitioner | Vancouver, WA Seeking 1.0 FTE (M-F 40 hours a week) Outpatient Child Abuse Physician or Advanced Practitioner Specialist/potential Site Medical Director for Legacy Salmon Creek Child Abuse Assessment Team in beautiful Vancouver, WA, close to Portland, OR.
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. For Site Medical Director role consideration, applicant must have prior experience in Child Abuse administration. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled. 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] Posted 3/22/25 Child Abuse Pediatrician | San Jose, CAAbout 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/physician-current-openings Postred 3/21/25 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Providence, RIBrown University Health/Hasbro Children’s is seeking a fourth board certified/eligible Child Abuse Pediatrician (CAP) to join our clinical and fellowship program at the Aubin Center. The Aubin Center was founded in 1996, it is the only fellowship training program in New England and is a respected, well-established resource for medical and community partners. The Aubin Center provides comprehensive medical evaluations for all forms of child maltreatment in the inpatient and outpatient settings. Our clinical expertise and consultation are widely utilized throughout the state, and our team effectively collaborates with multiple social service and mental health providers, thestate’s child welfare agency, child advocacy centers, law enforcement and the attorney general/district attorney’s offices throughout Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. With a commitment to growth and understanding the complexity of children’s lives within larger systems, our Advocacy and Prevention Program was formalized in 2023. Our team consists of three child abuse pediatricians, a nurse practitioner, up to three CAP fellows, child life specialist, victim advocate, social worker, nurse, support staff and patient coordinator. Hasbro Children’s, with 87 beds, is a tertiary care, Level 1 Pediatric Trauma/Burn Center and the major teaching hospital for The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. In addition to training and mentoring for CAP fellows and within this vibrant academic and active clinical environment, the Aubin Center CAPs provide education for medical students and trainees across disciplines. The Aubin Center CAPs are actively involved in scholarly work, research activities and interdisciplinary collaborations, with access to supportive resources from the medical and university institutions. For more information about the Aubin Center and Hasbro Children’s please visit Hasbro Children’s and Brown University are located in Providence, the thriving capital of Rhode Island, and one of the nation’s most desirable cities to live and work in. Rhode Island has 400 miles of coastline, with beautiful beaches, numerous outdoor activities, outstanding restaurants, and a broad array of cultural opportunities. We invite you to learn more about Rhode Island at https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/ Brown University Health/Hasbro Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer and actively solicits applications from qualified persons of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations and physical abilities. A comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance is available to Brown University Health employees. Interested candidates should send a letter and curriculum vitae to: Division Director, Christine Barron, MD at [email protected] or call 401-444-7168. Posted 3/17/2025Child Abuse Pediatrician | Orange, CAThe University of California Irvine, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a full-time board certified or eligible child abuse pediatrician to join the Division of Child Abuse and to work in a multidisciplinary environment located in Orange County, California. The Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics 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 (Children’s Advocacy Center) 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. Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Compensation Salary range: Total Negotiated Salary (TNS) calculation includes AAMC benchmarks ranging from $217,551 - $290,890. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides eligibility for additional compensation. Learn More or Apply Click Here Questions: For more information or questions please contact: Daisy Martinez: [email protected] The University of California, Irvine 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, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
Posted 3/17/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | Louisville, KYNorton Children's Pediatric Protection Specialists, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine, and a part of Norton Children’s Medical Group, is seeking multiple child abuse pediatricians to join our team. Our rapidly expanding team of professionals includes child abuse pediatricians, a social worker, four advanced practice providers, six nurses and administrative support staff. We evaluate children from across Kentucky and Southern Indiana who are suspected victims of child maltreatment. Through our fellowship accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), our program has trained fellows who have gone on to provide care from Maine to South Dakota. Norton Children’s Pediatric Protection Specialists sees children at Norton Children’s Hospital, a freestanding tertiary and 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 nurse practitioner on all cases, with responsibility for evaluation, case management, on call, report writing and court testimony when needed. We embrace diversity and social justice in all we do. Our culture is warm, inclusive, friendly, determined and practical. Our team works closely together to best serve the needs of our patients, who are always our top priority. "Our team focuses on keeping children safe and physically and mentally healthy. Our guiding principle is to always do what is best for our patient." - Melissa L. Currie, M.D., FAAP About the Position • Our team is unique in our use of clinical forensic nurses as physician-extenders; nurses and nurse practitioners take first call and collaborate with the on-call physician for every patient Requirements for the position • Medical degree/diploma To discuss this opportunity please contact Meredith Hagan, Senior Provider Recruiter, Norton Children’s Medical Group: Call/Text: 502-468-4783Email: [email protected] Posted 3/13/2025 Child Abuse Pediatrician | New York City, NYThe Division of General Pediatrics at Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children’s Medical Center (CCMC) of Northwell Health and the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell is recruiting a junior faculty member to join the division. Qualified candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in child abuse pediatrics. The Section of Child Abuse Pediatrics currently provides inpatient and outpatient consultations for suspected abuse and neglect. We also provide medical services at the Queens Child Advocacy Center, an NCA-fully accredited co-located CAC. There is wide flexibility for teaching, scholarly activity, and research with a strong group of education and research-engaged colleagues. The Division of General Pediatrics sees over 60,000 children annually and is the ambulatory care training site for nearly 100 pediatric residents as well as over 120 medical students. Cohen Children’s Medical Center opened in 1983 as the New York metropolitan area’s only hospital designed exclusively for children. Today, it is the largest pediatric teaching hospital in the region, treating over 230,000 children per year and serving 1.8 million children in Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. It is the tertiary pediatric medical center of the Northwell Health System and the only Level-1 Pediatric Trauma Center on Long Island. Cohen Children’s Medical Center is the top-rated children’s hospital in New York State and has earned top national rankings for exceptional care in nine pediatric specialties, according to US News & World Report’s 2024-25 Best Children’s Hospitals. As the largest provider of pediatric health services in the state, Cohen Children’s has been ranked among the nation’s top children’s hospitals by US News for 15 consecutive years. With 23 hospitals and more than 750 outpatient locations throughout the Metro New York area and beyond, Northwell Health serves over 11 million people and is one of the largest and most diverse academic medical centers in the nation. In addition to renowned clinical facilities, Northwell faculty members enjoy access to the academic and research resources of the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. At Northwell Health, we are committed to the highest quality of clinical care, dedicated to improving lives through research, and strive for excellence at all times. Northwell is proud to offer a highly competitive salary and generous benefits package. For further details, please contact: Lindsay Appelman, Senior Physician Recruiter, Northwell Health, [email protected]. Posted 3/13/2025
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 | Philadelphia, PASt. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join the hospital’s Child Protection Program. The Child Protection Program was established in 2004 to provide comprehensive medical evaluations to suspected victims of child maltreatment in the greater Philadelphia area. Current staff members include two board certified child abuse pediatricians, a dedicated social worker, nurse, and support staff. Each year, this program provides hundreds of medical evaluations for suspected cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse and neglect. These multidisciplinary evaluations occur in the inpatient setting, outpatient clinics, as well as the city’s regional Child Advocacy Center. Our team works closely with local investigators to ensure timely communication of the medical findings with each case. The program is committed towards educating trainees as well as medical students, residents and fellows in the region. Prospective candidates should have a vested interest in program development and education. The pediatrician joining staff will receive appointment at Drexel University College of Medicine, the hospital’s academic affiliate. About St. Christopher's Hospital for ChildrenSt. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed, non-profit facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children combines top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Only Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital. In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey. Qualifications To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Christopher David, Senior Medical Staff Recruiter. 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/JPF04297 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 HoursWork Type: Full Time Regular FTE: 1.000000 Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining Exempt: Yes Posted 2/1/25 |