Join UPMC as the Clinical Director for our Child Advocacy Program in Pittsburgh, PA

The Division of Child Advocacy at our organization is in search of a Clinical Director for the Child Advocacy Program. This role will add a ninth faculty member to our esteemed Division of Child Advocacy. The rank and salary will be aligned with the candidate's experience.

There are numerous opportunities for research, ongoing development of clinical services, and academic endeavors within this enriching environment.

• Position is situated within a hospital-based child advocacy center accredited by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA).
• The role requires collaboration with various professionals across multiple jurisdictions.
• Medical staff assess children suspected of experiencing physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including community locations.
• There are ample teaching opportunities available for medical students, residents, fellows, 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 duties can be included as per the candidate's interests.
• Last year, the medical team assessed over 300 inpatients, conducted more than 400 forensic interviews at the Child Advocacy Center, and our ARCH clinic evaluated over 1,200 children, providing primary care to those in the foster care system and follow-up care for inpatients.
• This position offers significant potential for professional advancement.
• Join a well-established practice comprising 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.

• 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 dedicated to CME.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, as well as life insurance.
• Defined contribution plan and a 401k plan with employer matching.

• Our facility is a 313-bed acute care teaching hospital located on 10 acres in a vibrant neighborhood.
• We were the first pediatric transplant center in the nation and have a rich history of over 130 years, recognized for excellence in clinical care, research, and medical education.
• Ranked among the top 10 children’s hospitals by U.S. News, 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.
• We provide care for over 80% of hospitalized children in our region, which includes 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.

• Pittsburgh is a dynamic mid-sized city that offers a small-town atmosphere, located in the southwestern corner of Pennsylvania. It features a blend of urban culture, historical sites, ethnic neighborhoods, a lively nightlife, scenic countryside, and the iconic three rivers.
• The city is home to renowned cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and the National Aviary.
• Major league sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
• Pittsburgh is recognized as a leader in medicine, education, healthcare, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• It consistently ranks as one of the best cities for families in the U.S., known 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.