Child Abuse Pediatrician | Creating a better future for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world

Job Summary:

The Division of Child Protection within the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is recruiting a pediatrician with an interest and expertise in child abuse pediatrics. This position provides clinical services for victims of suspected child maltreatment and has the potential to develop into leadership opportunities. The division is looking for candidates with a track record of clinical excellence and academic contributions as demonstrated through training and/or practice experience.

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 200 faculty members in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. Our faculty enjoy a robust infrastructure of services as well as the opportunity to contribute to our world-class research portfolio - since 2015, the Department of Pediatrics has ranked among the Top 20 pediatrics departments receiving NIH funding, according to Blue Ridge Institutes for Medical Research.

A competitive salary and benefits package is provided, including generous academic support.

Responsibilities:

For appointments hired on Clinical Health Sciences (CHS) Track:
*Participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.
*Provide inpatient consultations and outpatient care at the American Family Children's Hospital and other UW Health approved locations.
*Coordinate and collaborate with child protective services, law enforcement, and other community partners will also be expected.
*Carry out independent research/scholarly activity in an area of interest to the candidate and the division.
*Teach a variety of learners, including medical students, residents, and fellows. Teaching can occur within the classroom, small groups, and lectures, as well as in the delivery of clinical care.

For appointments hired on Clinical (CT) Track:
*Provide inpatient consultations and outpatient care at the American Family Children's Hospital and other UW Health approved locations.
*Coordinate and collaborate with child protective services, law enforcement, and other community partners will also be expected.
* Teach a variety of learners, including medical students, residents, and fellows. Teaching can occur within the classroom, small groups, and lectures, as well as in the delivery of clinical care.

This vacancy is being announced as either CHS or CT Track. Having two tracks posted into this vacancy listing allows the School of Medicine and Public Health to consider clinical teacher faculty candidates.

Qualifications:

Education:

Required
Terminal Degree
MD, DO, or equivalent

License/certification:

• Candidate is required to have or be eligible for a Wisconsin medical license.
• BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics is preferred.
• Must be eligible for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges.