Assistant Professor- CARES Team- Child Abuse Pediatrics, Pediatrics

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Academic Pediatric Hospital Medicine- CARES (Child Advcocacy and Resource Evaluation Service) Team is seeking applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track academic position.

Academic rank at the time of appointment shall be commensurate with experience and credentials.

Responsibilities of this position include evaluating children at risk for abuse/neglect both in inpatient and outpatient settings, attending and participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, engaging in community outreach and educational opportunities surrounding child abuse and neglect, teaching residents and medical students on topics involving child abuse, and preparing and participating for court testimony when indicated.

The candidate's primary responsibility will be evaluating children who are at risk for child abuse or neglect both in the inpatient and outpatient settings. The candidate will also be involved in medical student and resident education surrounding topics on child abuse, neglect, and advocacy. Research opportunities are available if the candidate is interested.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Completed Pediatric Residency

Board certified/Board eligible in General Pediatrics.

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES:

Competency in evaluations of both physical and sexual abuse in children.