Child Abuse Pediatrician

About the role

The Child Abuse Pediatrician will be part of the clinical team in the Division of Child Protection and Family Health in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine and the Center for Safe and Healthy Families at Primary Children's Hospital. The pediatrician will provide medical consultation to children on an inpatient and outpatient basis who are undergoing evaluation for suspected child maltreatment. Members of the Division serve in a consultative role for medical and community professionals (CPS, law enforcement) throughout the Intermountain region. Clinical services are provided at Primary Children's Hospitals in Salt Lake City and Lehi, UT; the University of Utah Burn Unit; and Children's Justice Centers throughout Utah.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical consultation to children on an inpatient and outpatient basis who are undergoing evaluation for suspected child maltreatment.
• Serve in a consultative role for medical and community professionals (CPS, law enforcement) throughout the Intermountain region.
• Provide clinical services at Primary Children's Hospitals in Salt Lake City and Lehi, UT; the University of Utah Burn Unit; and Children's Justice Centers throughout Utah.
• Engage in academic work, including education, investigation, administration, and advocacy.

Requirements

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Child Abuse Pediatrics.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have a MD degree and be eligible for licensure in Utah. A minimum of 3 years of pediatric experience is preferred.

Skills

Excellent communication skills, ability to work collaboratively, and a passion for advocating for child welfare are essential.

Benefits

The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package, including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose, non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual earnings that vest immediately, generous paid time off, and a variety of other benefits.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $220,000 - $260,000 annually.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is full-time.