Full Professor

University of South Florida•Tampa, FL

83d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Pediatrics at USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is seeking a clinical faculty member with expertise in Child Abuse Pediatrics. This role involves teaching, research, advocacy, and contributing to the development of a Center of Excellence at Muma Children’s Hospital at Tampa General Hospital (TGH). The selected candidate will also serve as the Florida Department of Health Regional Medical Director for the Child Abuse Pediatrics program, covering Hillsborough and Polk Counties. This position includes direct consultation and coordination for the evaluation and management of suspected child maltreatment/abuse, outpatient care, inpatient consultative services, and clinical supervision. The program collaborates with community agencies like DCF and law enforcement, as well as the trauma team at TGH. Outpatient services are provided through the community Child Advocacy Center at Mary Lee's House and medical director coverage for the Children’s Home Society in Polk County.

Requirements

Fellowship-trained and/or board-certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine with experience working in Child Abuse Pediatrics.
BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Florida Department of Health Regional Medical Director for the Child Abuse Pediatrics program, covering Hillsborough and Polk Counties.
Provide direct consultation and coordination with other physicians and healthcare workers in the evaluation and management of suspected cases of child maltreatment/abuse.
Provide outpatient care and inpatient consultative services.
Provide clinical supervision to those providing medical care.
Play a crucial role in the development of The Child Well‑Being Center of Excellence (COE).
Engage in teaching, research, and advocacy opportunities.
Collaborate with the trauma team for clinical care, education, and research.
Collaborate with multiple community agencies, including DCF and law enforcement.