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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 300 words in length. Child Abuse Pediatrician Opportunity in Sioux Falls, SDSanford Children’s Hospital and University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine are seeking a BE/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician.
COMPENSATION Nationally competitive 2 year salary guarantee with a comprehensive physician benefit package including 401K, Health, Dental, Vision, Paid CME, Paid Vacation, Malpractice, Disability, Relocation Allowance, and No State Income Tax SANFORD HEALTH SYSTEM Sanford Health is one of the largest, not-for-profit health care systems in the nation with 44 hospitals and nearly 300 clinics in nine states and nine countries. Sanford Health serves the Upper Midwest, with nearly 1,400 physicians in 81 specialty areas of medicine. 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. For more information, contact: Mary Jo Burkman, DASPR Posted 08.15.20 Child Abuse Pediatrician - Children's Hospital at MontefioreAt Montefiore, DOING MORE means building on a history of firsts to create the future of healthcare. For over 100 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of medicine with innovations such as the intravenous cardiac pacemaker and one of the nation’s first pediatric kidney transplants. And as we continue to move forward, we seek professionals who want to join our team of leaders and trailblazers to advance the health of our communities in Westchester, the Hudson Valley and the Bronx. The Division of Academic General Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) is seeking a full-time Child Abuse Pediatrician to join our Child Abuse Pediatrics Program. Our highly experienced team protects children and promotes healthy families through excellence in evaluation, treatment and prevention of child physical and sexual abuse and other forms of child trauma at the hospital based JE and ZB Butler Center for Children and Families and the Bronx Child Advocacy Center. The Bronx CAC is a National Children’s Alliance accredited co-located Child Advocacy Center located about 3 miles from the children’s hospital and 1 ½ miles from the Bronx courthouse complex. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive medical evaluations and consultations for children and adolescents, teaching of residents and medical students and participation in quality/performance improvement initiatives. We are looking for candidates who are board certified/board eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics, possess outstanding clinical skills, and have experience in medical education. The successful candidate will receive an academic appointment at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience. We value diversity and encourage individuals from underrepresented, minority or disadvantaged backgrounds to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. About the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) CHAM is a 142-bed nationally renowned academic children’s hospital providing inpatient, ambulatory, and emergency care for children and adolescents. CHAM is the pediatric hospital of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is part of the Montefiore Health System spanning the Bronx and Westchester counties in New York. About the Division of Academic General Pediatrics The Division of Academic General Pediatrics consists of attending physicians, nurse practitioners, PhD social scientists, psychologists and a psychiatrist. Our clinical practice sites are NCQA patient centered medical homes with integrated mental health services. Our practices are the primary teaching sites for residents in our pediatric residency program and include a federally qualified health center. Division faculty are actively engaged in medical education, quality improvement and research. Interested individuals should submit electronically a curriculum vitae and letter of interest addressed to Division Chief, Suzette Oyeku MD, MPH ([email protected]) and Jamie Hoffman-Rosenfeld, MD ([email protected]) Co-Medical Director, JE and ZB Butler Center for Children and Families. Suzette Oyeku, MD, MPH Posted 08.13.19 Pediatrician Opportunity in Denver, CO - Family Crisis CenterDenver Health Medical Center is recruiting for a full time (1.0 FTE) Child Protection Team Physician (Pediatrics or Family Medicine), with preference for a Child Abuse Pediatrician who is BC/BE in General Pediatrics and Child Abuse Pediatrics. This Physician will join our well-developed program for the assessment, treatment and follow-up care of children suspected to be victims of child maltreatment which will include ED, outpatient, and inpatient child abuse assessments in a multidisciplinary setting at Denver Health Hospital and the Denver Health Clinic at the Family Crisis Center, a City and County facility which serves as the hub for the evaluation of children for neglect, physical and sexual abuse in Denver. Our integrated multidisciplinary team is comprised a BC Child Abuse Pediatrician (Medical Director), Pediatric NP, 3 RNs (one is the Clinic/Program Manager), LPN, an Administrative Assistant, Child Life Specialist, Health Passport Coordinator and an MA. This team medically evaluates children for abuse and neglect at the request of other medical providers, Department of Human Services, and the Police Department and provides the initial (safety) medical evaluation of all Denver children being placed in out-of-home care for concerns of abuse and neglect. The Family Crisis Center, which is operated by the Department of Human Services, is a co-location facility that also houses the Police Department’s Child Abuse Team. The medical team also evaluates children for sexual abuse at the medical clinic at the Denver Children’s Advocacy Center. There is close collaboration with the Connections for Kids Foster Care Clinic, located at one of our community health centers, which serves as the medical home for every child being placed in out-of-home care in the metro area. Finally, this physician will work closely with the County Attorney and the DA’s Office and serve as an expert witness in criminal court cases. A successful applicant would participate in a collaborative call schedule with our established team of medical colleagues (at the Kempe Center and Children’s Hospital Colorado) that covers nights and weekends. Commitment to excellence in education of students, residents, fellows and other multi-disciplinary trainees is an expectation including participation in the ACGME accredited Child Abuse Pediatrics Fellowship. For more information contact or submit CV to: Coral Steffey, MD Medical Director, Denver Health Family Crisis Center Aaron Ortiz, Manager Provider Recruitment Posted 08.01.19 Associate Medical Director – Child Abuse Pediatrician – Phoenix Children’s HospitalThe Child Protection Team at Phoenix Children’s Hospital is seeking a full time BC/BE Child Abuse pediatrician or pediatrician with significant interest in serving children who are suspected victims of child maltreatment to fill the position of Associate Medical Director. The Child Protection Team at Phoenix Children’s Hospital partners with several regional advocacy center sites throughout the county and its surrounding areas. The various advocacy centers include multidisciplinary partnering agencies such as law enforcement, children’s services, victim advocates, and mental health clinicians. Phoenix Children’s is a dedicated pediatric hospital, a level-one trauma center and home to one of the largest PICU’s in the Southwest (48 beds and more than 4500 patients each year). Our brand new facility has nearly doubled our bed capacity (from 385 to 626). Physician will work with the team to provide services at two facilities – Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Maricopa Medical Center as well as three advocacy sites – Childhelp Children’s Advocacy Center of Arizona, Mesa Family Advocacy Center, and Southwest Family Advocacy Center in Goodyear.
Interested applicants, please send CV to: Raye Jean Becker, Physician Talent Acquisition Partner Posted 07.29.19 Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas is Seeking a Child Abuse Pediatrician in Austin, TXAbout this opportunity
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About Ascension Seton and Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas (DCMCCT) As a member of Ascension Seton, DCMCCT is a 248-bed children’s hospital serving 46-counties. The only freestanding pediatric facility in the region with a Level I pediatric trauma center, Level IV epilepsy center and Level IV neonatal intensive care unit, DCMCCT’s mission is to be a center of excellence for children’s health with a strong alliance of expert personnel, facilities and other specialty resources. Seton partners with Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin and shares a common vision of transforming healthcare through a focus on quality and value. Through the power of this partnership, providers share a leading role in building the future of health care for Central Texas and beyond. Ascension Seton operates the primary teaching hospitals where DMS undergraduate and graduate students train. Austin has been designated by US News & World Report as one of the top ten “Best Places to Live” for several years. This growing metropolis is considered “the live music capital of the world,” a high-tech growth hub, and home to one of the largest state universities in the country. Seton Healthcare Family is a member of Ascension Health, the nation’s largest non-profit healthcare system. Applicants should send curriculum vitae to statement of professional interests to: Ioana Biggers, Physician Recruiter Physician Recruitment & Integration Posted 07.2.19 Child Abuse / General Pediatrics / Hospitalist Medicine - UC Davis Children's HospitalThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine is recruiting a faculty member for the Division of General Pediatrics. We are recruiting either a Clinical Pediatrics or Health Sciences Clinical Series at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor rank (commensurate with credentials). Candidates will be expected to participate in clinical care, teaching of medical students, residents and fellows, research activities of the Department of Pediatrics, and serve on departmental committees. Candidates will be expected to provide at least 50% time dedicated to consultation in the pediatric emergency room and inpatient units on children suspected to have been abused or neglected. Board certification in Child Abuse Pediatrics is not required. The remaining clinical time could be in the Division of General Pediatrics or Pediatric Hospitalist Medicine. UC Davis Medical Center is a level 1 trauma center. We see 80-100 cases per year of suspected child physical abuse. The responsibility for child abuse evaluations will be shared with another pediatrician with extensive child abuse experience. Candidates must have the following experience/qualifications:
The UC Davis Children’s Hospital is based on the UC Davis Health campus in Sacramento, California and serves a population of over 1 million children in the Northern California, Central Valley and Western Nevada regions. Sacramento is an easily accessible, family-oriented city in close proximity to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the California coast, and Napa Valley. For full consideration applications should be received by June 30,2019; however the positions will remain open until filled through June 5, 2020. Completed applications include CV, Cover Letter and Statement of Teaching. Candidates should submit their application online at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF02896. UC Davis commits to inclusion excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the recruiting department. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. UC Davis is a smoke & tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/). Posted 06.24.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician, Boston Children’s Hospital, Child Protection ProgramThe Division of General Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join the busy Child Protection Program. This physician will work with Board Certified Child Abuse pediatricians, nurse liaison to the state child welfare agency, nurse practitioner(s), social workers, and hospital legal staff on a multidisciplinary team that serves the hospital and the Boston area. Responsibilities will include inpatient and outpatient expert consultation on cases of possible abuse and neglect, as well as the provision of clinical care to children and adolescents in the Boston Children’s Hospital Foster Care Clinic. Physicians in the Child Protection Program also provide education to Harvard Medical School students, residents, and staff of all disciplines within the hospital. Ideal candidates have excellent clinical skills, experience working with a multidisciplinary team, interest in participating in clinical research, and experience and comfort in the medical-legal aspects of child abuse. Salary and benefits are competitive. Boston Children’s Hospital is a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School and the pediatric staff will obtain an academic appointment at the level of Instructor or above. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae to: Celeste R. Wilson, MD Posted 06.17.19 West Virginia University School of Medicine, Department of PediatricsWest Virginia University School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Pediatrics Child Abuse Specialist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, WV. Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Pediatric child abuse and maltreatment in clinic and as a hospital consultant. No on-call duties as an abuse pediatrician are anticipated until further expansion of services with additional faculty has occurred. In addition to the child maltreatment role, opportunities as a clinic teaching faculty or as a pediatric hospitalist will be available and aligned to the candidate’s interests. In addition to providing excellent patient care, he or she will also be actively involved in the teaching of medical students and residents. Qualifications: applicants must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible to obtain an unrestricted West Virginia medical license. Candidates must have completed an accredited pediatrics residency, and be board certified / eligible in child abuse pediatrics. For appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank, a demonstrated track-record of leadership, excellent communication skills, and publications in high-impact journals are required. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. This position will join and lead our growing child maltreatment group, currently consisting of one pediatrician, one nurse practitioner, and a team of SANE nurses. This individual would help to grow the outpatient child maltreatment program and participate in inpatient clinical consultations, resident and medical student education, and outreach to Child Advocacy Centers, rural hospitals, and clinics. Leadership of the WVU Medicine Children’s Child Abuse Committee and provision of legal testimony are also anticipated. Other clinical opportunities would also be incorporated into the faculty position based on interests of the candidate. WVU’s leading Forensic and Investigative Science Department offers substantial opportunity for academic collaborative initiatives. With an anticipated opening of early 2021, our new 150 bed Children’s Hospital and Women’s Pavilion will have a full suite of pediatric operating rooms, cardiac catheterization lab/interventional radiology, and GI-endoscopy with dedicated pediatric anesthesia staff. Click here for a virtual tour of WVU Medicine Children's. For additional questions, please contact Kari Roupe, Senior Physician Recruiter, at [email protected]. West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. Posted 06.17.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician - Children’s Hospital of New Jersey, 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 team of two CAPs, two nurse-case managers, and one LPN. 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. Posted 06.13.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician - The University of Chicago: Biological Sciences Division: Department of PediatricsThe University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Academic Pediatrics, is searching for a child abuse pediatrician. The successful applicant will be a full-time faculty member, contribute to patient care, medical education, and scholarship, and join a vibrant, diverse, and distinguished community of faculty colleagues and students and:
The University of Chicago Medical Center is designated as a both a Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and operates a nationally-recognized burn unit. Comer Children's Hospital is an integrated children’s hospital that offers a full complement of pediatric services with a total of 172 general pediatric, NICU and PICU beds. Our pediatric faculty includes over 170 full-time members and postdoctoral researchers. In addition to teaching medical students, residents and fellows, our faculty conducts cutting-edge translational and clinical research. Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, and 3) be Board certified or eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics. To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/63894. Applicants must upload: CV including bibliography and a cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-1032 or email [email protected] with their request. Posted 06.07.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician, Department of Pediatrics - University of New Mexico School of MedicineThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Division of General & Community Pediatrics is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to fill a full time Assistant or Associate Professor position in the Clinical Educator track. The candidate will have unique opportunities to expand teaching, clinical services, and research dedicated to evaluation and diagnosis in cases of suspected child maltreatment. Qualifications sought include academic excellence in teaching, administration, clinical work, and cultural competence. The candidate will supervise and teach residents and medical students from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. The Department of Pediatrics is committed to the professional development of faculty to become excellent educators in preparation for promotion. The academic appointment and salary will be based on academic background and experience. The Children’s Hospital of the University of New Mexico has a level one pediatric trauma designation and the only pediatric emergency department in the state. Excellent pediatric services are available including imaging, intensive care, ophthalmology, surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation. We serve a diverse population of patients from both rural and urban areas of New Mexico as well as from many Native American tribes/pueblos. The institution is located in Albuquerque, a picturesque city, located at the base of the Sandia Mountains, and home to the International Balloon Fiesta. Child maltreatment services are provided by one full time board certified child abuse pediatrician, one part time child abuse pediatrician, and a nurse practitioner who staff Para Los Ninos (PLN) and the Child Abuse Response Team (CART.) CART responds to child physical abuse and neglect cases while PLN responds to child sexual abuse cases. PLN is an off-site clinical program located at the Albuquerque Family Advocacy Center which serves victims of child sexual abuse, sexual assault and domestic violence. The candidate would be serving as medical director of this specialty clinic. Our programs serve approximately 800 patients each year. The successful candidate will assume clinical responsibility with both CART and PLN. Minimum Requirements
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For best consideration, applications must be received by April 13, 2018; however, the position will remain open until filled. A complete application must contain a cover letter, CV and a list of 3 references. This position is subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico law and clearance by the New Mexico Department of Health is required as a condition of employment. The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator. Regents' Policy Manual - Section 6.7: Disclosure of Information about Candidates for Employment, which includes information about public disclosure of documents submitted by applicants, is located at http://policy.unm.edu/regents-policies/section-6/6-7.html. Posted 05.28.19 Assistant or Associate Professor (WOT), Department of Pediatrics, Division of General Pediatrics - University of WashingtonThe University of Washington Department of Pediatrics, Division of General Pediatrics and Hospital Medicine & the Child Protection Program are accepting applications for an up to full-time Assistant or Associate level faculty member with opportunity to play a role in the fellowship program if interested. The Child Protection Program (CPP) consists of 4-5 Child Abuse Pediatricians (CAPs) and is teamed with social work and administrative support at all 3 facilities (see below). We have a full three-year CAP fellowship with one fellow per year. Our CPP team, supported by fellows and multi-hospital Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs), covers 24/7 call for all 3 facilities as abuse consultants. All of the facilities are teaching institutions delivering training to medical, nursing and social work students, residents and fellows and are often involved in statewide training opportunities. In addition, varied opportunities exist for involvement in research within each organization. The facilities our team covers are:
The population served by most of the facilities involves the Seattle/King County area but also supports the multi- state area of Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho (WAMI) for training, trauma referrals and consultation. Our team and all of the staff of the three facilities are all a part of our countywide “virtual” Child Abuse Center (CAC). This is an active and collaborative group which is a protocol based and accredited CAC that involves law enforcement, child protective services, child abuse teams, the county prosecutor’s office and victim advocacy. The child protection team is also involved with a consultation program for abuse and neglect cases referred to the Washington state child welfare program. For more information, please contact: Rebecca Wiester, MD Posted 04.04.19 Child Abuse Medical Director - Anchorage, AlaskaSeeking a Medical Director for Alaska Cares, the first and largest Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) in Alaska. A department of The Children’s Hospital at Providence, Alaska CARES is accredited by the National Children's Alliance and part of a network of more than 850 Children's Advocacy Centers across the United States. Our innovative program features:
Join us and experience all that the beautiful and scenic state of Alaska has to offer from the welcoming community of Anchorage.
Interested applicants, please send CV to: DJ Barker, Physician Recruiter Posted 04.02.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician - Omaha, NebraskaChildren’s Hospital & Medical Center, with the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, is currently recruiting a BE/BC, fellowship trained Child Abuse Pediatrician. Children’s is a vibrant, free-standing pediatric teaching hospital and Nebraska’s only full service pediatric specialty health care center focused on extraordinary clinical care, education, clinical and outcomes, basic science and translational research, and advocacy. The hospital is embarking on transformational programmatic and physical growth to address our local, regional, national and global patient care. The hospital has a Level IV Regional NICU, Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Specialized Clinical Pediatric Services, and 24/7 Pediatric Intensivists. We have 50+ Specialty Clinics, 200+ Specialists, 14 Satellite Offices, multiple Pediatric Fellowship programs, and is Magnet Certified. Our new campus expansion plans include an additional 100+ beds to the existing 145, expansion to the Newborn Intensive Care Unit, Fetal Care Center and Fetal Surgery, Infant MRI, full urology support with new urodynamic suite, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Cardiac Center including dedicated intensive care, Short-Stay Observation Unit, Emergency Department, and new operating rooms, one which will have intraoperative MRI and navigational system. The expansion will also provide new facilities to support education and clinical and outcomes research. We seek an individual with a passion for providing world class patient care and teaching. This opportunity allows you to join a well-established Child Protection Team affiliated with one of the largest, nonprofit CAC’s in the country, Project Harmony. The Child Protection Team assesses suspected victims of all forms of child maltreatment including physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, drug exposure, medical child abuse, failure to thrive, and significant social concerns. You will provide treatment and supportive resources, educate caregivers, encourage compliance with the medical plan in the home setting and coordinate with other involved providers. In addition, you would interpret medical records and testify in cases as to the medical condition and possible causes of the injury or condition. Our division has highly active follow-up outpatient clinics, including Children’s Foster Care Clinic which provides comprehensive evaluation and medical case management for children entering the foster care system. The team is supported by the hospital administration, as well as a complete compliment of hospital specialists. You will hold a faculty appointment at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine that will be commensurate with experience. The Child Health Research Institute has been established and will provide start-up funding and infrastructure for clinical, basic science, or translational research. Nominations, expressions of interest and applications (including cover letter and CV/resume) should be submitted to: Jon Clay, Administrator, Physician & Faculty Recruitment, [email protected] or 402.955.6971. All replies will be treated with confidentiality. Posted 04.02.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TexasThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston Texas is seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified Child Abuse Pediatrician. The program interfaces closely with Galveston County Children’s Protective Services personnel, staff at the Galveston Children’s Advocacy Center, Law Enforcement personnel and the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office. The CAP provides formal consultation to regional CPS Staff in the East Texas Region and provides training for CPS and advocacy staff in a 19-county region. Local, state and federal funding supports a substantial portion of the CAP activities. Pediatric residents rotate through the service for 2 weeks as part of their required assignments. The program offers medical student electives as well. The CAP consults on cases admitted to the University hospital service and to the Shriners Burn Hospital, both located within walking distance. A third pediatric service will be opening soon near our League City Campus, located 20 miles north of the university campus. There is outstanding support from related Radiology and subspecialty Services. A foster care service was opened in the past 18 months. Staffed by primary care pediatrics, a CAP would have opportunity for participation as well. The primary site for medical evaluations is located at The Advocacy Center for Children at Galveston County, creating a close collaboration among the various entities supporting children and families. Leadership qualities and a valid Texas Medical License are desirable. Interested individuals please contact: Patricia Beach, MD 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 03.31.19 Statewide Medical Director for Florida’s Child Protection Team SystemThe State of Florida is currently seeking to recruit a Board-Certified Child Abuse Pediatrician to lead the State of Florida’s unique network of 22 medically-directed multidisciplinary Child Protection Teams. This position is within the Florida Department of Health. The Child Protection Teams exist to provide the Department of Children and Families and law enforcement agencies with independent multidisciplinary opinions in cases reported for suspected child physical abuse, sexual abuse or neglect. The composition of the individual teams varies within the state according to geographic and demographic considerations, but typically consists of a physician serving as Medical Director, one or more Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, social workers and a team psychologist. The Teams function under the leadership and direction of a Statewide Medical Director. Responsibilities and duties include:
The Medical Director may be asked to represent the Department on child welfare matters to members of the legislature, local officials, other state agencies and representatives of the federal government. As an employee of the state of Florida the CPT Statewide Medical Director is classified as a Select Exempt Services position with a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The State of Florida offers an attractive benefits package. Interested applicants should contact Bruce J. McIntosh, M.D., Statewide Medical Director for Child Protection, at [email protected] for additional information. Posted 03.28.19 Child Abuse Pediatrician/Fellowship Program Director – Hackensack Meridian Health – Hackensack, New JerseyHackensack Meridian Health is seeking a BC/BE, fellowship trained Child Abuse and Neglect Pediatrician. This opportunity is at the Audrey Hepburn Children’s House (AHCH), Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center. A 775 bed academic medical center located just outside New York City in a desirable, northern New Jersey location which offers excellent schools and easy access to New York City. The Audrey Hepburn Children’s House (AHCH) is the New Jersey state-designated Northern Regional Diagnostic and Treatment Center for child abuse and neglect. Serving Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Morris and Sussex counties, the AHCH provides a safe and nurturing, child friendly and compassionate environment for infants, children, and adolescents who are evaluated for suspected child maltreatment. The chosen candidate will work with an energetic staff which includes a child abuse pediatrician, child abuse advanced practice nurses, nurses, psychologists and social workers. The successful candidate will participate in developing and directing an accredited Child Abuse Pediatrics Fellowship Training Program. Medical evaluations are provided both as an inpatient and outpatient basis. Where, outpatient evaluations occur both on the hospital campus at the AHCH and in the community at Deirdre’s House, Child Advocacy Center in Morristown, NJ. The successful candidate will also actively educate Hackensack University Medical Center pediatric residents, participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and join the Northern Child Fatality Review Team. Opportunities to participate in community outreach and advocacy through educating community pediatricians in collaboration with the NJ AAP, various community agencies, and local schools students are also available. Opportunity Information
Submit your CV for immediate consideration to [email protected]. Posted 03.27.19 |
