Join UPMC as a Pediatrician in our Child Advocacy Program in Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description

Job Description

The Division of Child Advocacy at our organization is on the lookout for a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to become part of our dedicated Child Advocacy team. The selected individual will collaborate with eight other esteemed faculty members within a well-regarded Division of Child Advocacy. The rank and salary will be aligned with the candidate's experience.

This role presents numerous opportunities for research, the enhancement of clinical services, and academic endeavors in a supportive environment.

Position Highlights

• Situated in a hospital-based child advocacy center accredited by the National Children's Alliance (NCA)
• The role requires interaction with various professionals across multiple jurisdictions
• The medical team assesses children suspected of experiencing physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect in both inpatient and outpatient environments, including community settings.
• There are ample opportunities for teaching diverse learners, including trainees, medical staff, and community collaborators.
• Our pediatrics residency program is recognized as one of the top in the nation, with all residents spending two weeks at the Child Advocacy Center during their second year.
• Administrative and research roles are available based on interest.
• In 2025, our medical team evaluated over 300 inpatients, conducted more than 600 forensic interviews at the Child Advocacy Center, and our ARCH clinic (Advocacy Resources for Children, which provides primary care to children in foster care, follow-up care for inpatients, and outpatient evaluations for abuse and neglect) assessed over 2000 children.
• This position offers a pathway for professional advancement.
• A well-established practice with 8 Child Abuse Pediatricians and 5 Advanced Practice Providers.
• The physician will rotate between inpatient consultations and outpatient medical examinations in our child-friendly clinic environment.

What We Provide

• Academic appointment
• Competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive benefits
• Paid CME stipend, occurrence-based malpractice insurance, and support for DEA and license renewal
• 4 weeks of paid time off along with 7 paid holidays
• 2 weeks dedicated to CME
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, as well as life insurance
• Defined contribution plan; 401k plan with employer matching

About Our Children's Hospital:

• Our children's hospital is a 313-bed free-standing teaching facility recognized as a regional Level 1 Trauma Center.
• We were the first pediatric transplant center in the nation and have a legacy of over 130 years, known for exceptional clinical, research, and educational programs in pediatric care.
• Our hospital is consistently ranked among the U.S. News Top 10 Best Children's Hospitals and excels in all 10 pediatric subspecialties surveyed, with three subspecialties in the national top 10: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, and Gastroenterology & GI Surgery.
• We provide care for over 80% of all hospitalized children (and more than 90% of those under 12) in our region, which encompasses a 23-county area including Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, Northern West Virginia, and Southwestern New York.
• Our organization is a $23 billion globally recognized health care provider and insurer.
• We employ 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians.
• We operate over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals.
• Our network includes more than 800 outpatient and doctors' office locations.
• We are pioneering new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care.
• We maintain a close affiliation with a prominent university.

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a lively mid-sized city that offers a small-town atmosphere. Located in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, it combines urban diversity, historical sites, ethnic neighborhoods, a vibrant nightlife, scenic countryside, and the iconic three rivers.
• The city is celebrated for its cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a rich cultural district.
• Pittsburgh is home to major league sports teams such as the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.
• The city is recognized as a leader in medicine, education, health care, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• Pittsburgh consistently ranks as one of the best places for families in the U.S., noted for its affordability, livability, and safety.

We encourage applications from candidates who value and promote diversity. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

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