Academic Physicians - Child Abuse Pediatricians

Description

The University of Chicago's Department of Pediatrics, Section of Academic Pediatrics, is searching for full-time faculty members at any rank. Appointees will provide consultation within an established interdisciplinary process and participate in court-related activities as needed; support the Multidisciplinary Pediatric Education and Evaluation Consortium (MPEEC) program by providing real-time expert medical consultation to child welfare and law enforcement for a mandated population of children who are reported for serious harm; train pediatric residents during their required one-month rotation; provide lectures and grand rounds to regional hospitals and medical centers, as well as community partners such as state attorneys, law enforcement, and child welfare investigators; and participate in hospital committee efforts such as quality improvement projects and programmatic and policy development related to child abuse medicine. These activities will occur at the University of Chicago's Comer Children's Hospital and affiliated sites. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, and scholarly activity.

Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

The University of Chicago Medical Center is designated as 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. The Department of Pediatrics includes over 170 full-time faculty members and postdoctoral researchers. In addition to teaching medical students, residents, and fellows, our faculty conducts cutting-edge translational and clinical research.

The Comer Children's Child Advocacy and Protective Services (CAPS) program, established in 1991, has a national reputation as a leader in the medical care of abused and neglected children. CAPS is primarily a hospital-based consultation service. The core CAPS team includes two board-certified physicians, a physician assistant, a clinical social worker, and full-time administrative support. More information about the CAPS program can be found at MPEEC is a national landmark program that has received state support for over 18 years and is managed by CAPS staff, with case coordination supported by a full-time investigations coordinator. More information about MPEEC can be found at :

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 Board eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics. We especially welcome applicants with a strong commitment to advancing scholarship and clinical excellence 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 : apply.interfolio.com / 171144. Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography and a cover letter. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

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