Pediatrics - Child Abuse and Neglect Job at USF Morsani College of Medicine- Dept. of Pediatrics in Tampa, FL

The Department of Pediatrics in the Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida is seeking a full-time open rank faculty member who is fellowship-trained and/or board-certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine with experience working in Child Abuse Pediatrics.  Salary is negotiable and based on experience and qualifications. 

The selected candidate will serve as the Regional Medical Director for the Child Abuse Pediatrics program, covering both Hillsborough and Polk Counties. The position includes both outpatient care and inpatient consultative services and provides clinical supervision to those providing medical care. The program works closely with multiple community agencies, including DCF and law enforcement.

This is a clinical educator position. Duties include clinical care, education, research and administrative duties. Community outreach and community education are also an important part of the role. The position is expected to provide expert testimony in court/legal proceedings. Opportunities for research are also available for those interested. The Department hopes to develop a CAP fellowship, and this position would be an integral part of the development. 

The USF Child Abuse Program provides inpatient services, primarily at Tampa General Hospital, the teaching hospital for USF Morsani College of Medicine, as well as community hospitals. The USF Child Abuse Program provides outpatient services through the community Child Advocacy Center at Mary Lee's House, located in Tampa, and medical director coverage for the Children’s Home Society in Polk County.

For more information, please contact Caroline Wilson.

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