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

Job Description

Job Description

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

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

Opportunity Highlights

• Position based in a hospital-affiliated child advocacy center accredited by the National Children's Alliance (NCA)
• Role involves collaboration 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.
• Numerous teaching opportunities available for a diverse range of learners, including trainees, medical staff, and community partners.
• 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 can be tailored to individual interests.
• 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) assessed over 2000 children.
• This position offers significant potential for professional advancement.
• Join 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.

What We Provide

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

About Our Children's Hospital and Organization:

• 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 over 130 years of history, known for exceptional clinical, research, and educational programs in pediatric care.
• Ranked among the U.S. News Top 10 Best Children's Hospitals, we excel in all 10 pediatric subspecialties surveyed, with three subspecialties in the national top 10: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, and Gastroenterology & GI Surgery.
• Our hospital serves over 80% of all hospitalized children in our region, which encompasses a 23-county area including Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, Northern West Virginia, and Southwestern New York.
• We are part of a $23 billion globally recognized health care provider and insurer.
• Employing 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians.
• Operating over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals.
• Managing more than 800 outpatient and doctors' office locations.
• We are pioneering new models of accountable, cost-effective, and patient-centered care.
• Strongly affiliated with a leading university.

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a dynamic mid-sized city that offers the charm of a small town. Situated in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania, it boasts a blend of urban culture, historical sites, ethnic neighborhoods, vibrant nightlife, scenic landscapes, and the iconic three rivers.
• The city is home to renowned cultural institutions such as the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory, and a diverse cultural district.
• Major league sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
• Pittsburgh is recognized as a leader in fields such as medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• Consistently ranked as one of the best cities for families, it is also noted for its affordability, livability, and safety.

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

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