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University of Utah General Pediatrician / Rank Dependent on in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah

The Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine has several openings for a general pediatrician. The pediatrician will provide direct patient care at the Pediatric Emergency Department and Rapid Treatment Unit at Primary Childrens Hospitals Salt Lake Campus (Salt Lake City, UT); at the University of Utah Pediatric Clinic at the Sugar House Health Center; and at the Larry H. and Gayle Miller Primary Childrens Hospitals Lehi Campus (anticipated opening early 2024). Patient care includes the full range of illness and injury in children 0-18 years, and beyond in particular chronic illness populations. The pediatrician will work collaboratively with surgical and medical consultants in developing optimal plans of care and disposition plans. Non-PEM traditional clinical care responsibilities will also be required (after hours and rural clinics, telemedicine). Consultative assistance to clinics and outside emergency departments is expected. All clinical care is to be documented in the electronic medical record of Intermountain Healthcare or University of Utah, and documentation finalized within 7 days or less of date of service (most documentation should be finalized within 48 hours of service). There are expectations for academic, education, and service work outside of clinical care that includes funded research, educational, advocacy, and administrative roles.Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics. Selected candidates 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 foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera, live music, museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a days drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails (some leaving from adjacent to the hospital), and numerous other outdoor activities.Interested individuals can apply at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/134337. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Howard Kadish, M.D., at Howard.Kadish@hsc.utah.edu.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.

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