Pediatric Rheumatologist

The University of Utah • Salt Lake, UT

21d

About The Position

The Division of Pediatric Rheumatology at the University of Utah has an immediate opening for a Pediatric Rheumatologist. The Pediatric Rheumatologist will provide clinical care to children with rheumatologic, autoimmune and auto inflammatory disorders, and will also participate in shared rheumatology consultation on the inpatient service. The clinical focus will be in the ambulatory setting, and may include supervision of advanced practice providers and nursing staff. Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital’s ambulatory and inpatient sites, and at University of Utah clinics. The Pediatric Rheumatologist will have protected time to engage in investigation/research and scholarly activities, with an expectation of obtaining grant funding to provide salary support. In addition to clinical service and research responsibilities, there is an expectation for academic work including education, administration/service, as well as advocacy. Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Rheumatology. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research. Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, a picturesque Lake Powell, and numerous other outdoor activities. Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/118243. Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Aimee Hersh, M.D. at [email protected]. The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Requirements

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Rheumatology

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to children with rheumatologic, autoimmune and auto inflammatory disorders
• Participate in shared rheumatology consultation on the inpatient service
• Supervision of advanced practice providers and nursing staff
• Engage in investigation/research and scholarly activities
• Obtaining grant funding to provide salary support
• Academic work including education, administration/service, as well as advocacy

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Unmatched benefits program
• Non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately
• Faculty development and mentoring program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees