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

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Child Abuse Pediatrician

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

Opportunity Highlights

• Position based in a hospital-affiliated child advocacy center accredited by the National Children's Alliance (NCA).
• Engagement with a diverse range of professionals across various jurisdictions.
• Medical staff will assess 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 variety of learners, including trainees, medical personnel, and community collaborators.
• Our pediatrics residency program ranks among the top in the nation, with all residents spending two weeks at the Child Advocacy Center during their second year.
• Administrative and research roles available based on interest.
• In 2025, the 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 opportunities for professional advancement.
• Join a well-established practice consisting of 8 Child Abuse Pediatricians and 5 Advanced Practice Providers.
• The physician will rotate between inpatient consultations and outpatient medical examinations in a 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 renewals.
• Four weeks of paid time off along with seven paid holidays.
• Two weeks allocated for CME activities.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, as well as life insurance.
• Defined contribution plan and a 401k plan with employer matching.

About Our Organization

• Our facility is a 313-bed, free-standing teaching children's hospital 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 top 10 children's hospitals in the U.S. and recognized 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 hospitalized children in our region, which encompasses 23 counties across Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, Northern West Virginia, and Southwestern New York.
• Our organization is a $23 billion health care provider and insurer, employing 92,000 individuals, including 4,900 physicians.
• We operate over 40 academic, community, and specialty hospitals, along with more than 800 outpatient sites.
• We are committed to developing innovative, accountable, and patient-centered care models.
• We maintain a close affiliation with a prominent university.

Community Overview

• Pittsburgh is a dynamic mid-sized city that offers a small-town atmosphere, located in the southwestern part of Pennsylvania.
• The city boasts a rich blend of urban culture, historical sites, ethnic neighborhoods, vibrant nightlife, scenic landscapes, and the iconic three rivers.
• Pittsburgh 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, Penguins, and Pirates.
• The city is recognized as a leader in fields such as medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• Pittsburgh consistently ranks as one of the best cities for families, noted for its affordability, livability, and safety.

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