Developmental Pediatrician, Department of Pediatrics
Description
The Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (NDBP), within the University of Virginia and UVA Health Children's seeks candidates for a board-eligible/board-certified Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. Salary and rank are dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Our patient population includes children with neurodevelopmental or behavioral concerns, autism, intellectual disability, high-risk infant follow up, mental/emotional/behavioral problems (MEB), neuro-motor disabilities (i.e. cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders) and children at risk due to early childhood adversity. Patients are seen in the new Riverside Neurodevelopmental and Behavioral Health Center (opening late 2024) and the Battle Building (outpatient) of the UVA Health Children's Hospital adjacent to the UVA Health Medical Center as well as various rural outreach clinics.
NDBP co-hosts one of the prestigious HRSA Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (LEND) called Blue Ridge LEND and focuses on training the next generation of interdisciplinary graduate level trainees in developmental disability, especially in rural and underserved areas. The division has a longstanding Developmental and Behavioral Pediatric fellowship program, is actively involved in the UVA pediatric residency program, and supports a highly competitive medical school, all co-located within walking distance of the medical center.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a MD/DO and must be board-eligible or board-certified in developmental-behavioral pediatrics. Duties will include providing clinical patient care, participating in quality improvement process, along with teaching responsibilities for the University of Virginia School of Medicine students and pediatric residents and developmental behavioral pediatric fellows. The successful candidate will have clinical expertise in autism assessment. The successful candidate will additionally have an opportunity to pursue clinical/translational research activities independently or in collaboration with active existing research programs and/or engage in advocacy initiatives.
Application Instructions
Complete an application by following this link http://apply.interfolio.com/143145 and attach the following documents: Cover letter, CV/resume, Professional reference list.
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