Tenet Healthcare along with University Pediatricians is actively seeking a BE/BC Child Abuse Pediatrician to join the well-established Department of Pediatrics and Child Protection Team at DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit.

Responsibilities

The Child Abuse Pediatrician will be responsible for providing in-depth written consultations and communicates with sub-specialists on cases suspicious for child maltreatment. Develops protocols, trains hospital physicians and other community professionals on how to identify and/or report suspected cases of child abuse, particularly more subtle signs of abuse. Interprets medical information for the legal system and courts when needed. Demonstrates leadership for hospital in meeting needs of children and families affected by child maltreatment with the hospital and community. Participates in service line expansion and market growth initiatives. Achieve and maintain specialty hospital designation.

Academic responsibilities include training medical students, residents, and fellows in research of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of child maltreatment.

Qualifications

Candidates must be BE/BC and eligible to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan. An interest in academics is strongly preferred as this position supports the academic mission of medical education and training programs of Detroit Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Michigan.

About Children’s Hospital of Michigan

For 132 years, the Children’s Hospital of Michigan has existed for one reason and one reason alone – to improve the health and well-being of children by providing specialized care and expertise for all their unique healthcare needs. This 228-bed facility is the first and largest freestanding hospital in the state completely dedicated to serving children. As an international leader in neurology and neurosurgery, cardiology, oncology, and diagnostic services, CHM is ranked one of the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. CHM is home to a free-standing Pediatric Level I Trauma Center (verified by the American College of Surgeons) as well as Michigan’s only Pediatric Burn Center that is verified by the American Burn Association.

If interested, please submit a copy of your current CV for immediate consideration. All personal information is kept confidential.