Child Abuse Pediatrician
Core
Provide comprehensive medical evaluations for children referred for suspected abuse or neglect in inpatient and outpatient settings, including diagnostic evaluations for physical abuse, pediatric sexual abuse, and medical clearance for foster care entry.
Role type
Specialist physician (Child Abuse Pediatrics)
Builds
Coordinated, evidence-based, trauma-informed care for vulnerable children and families
Domain
Healthcare + Child Protection
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Medical evaluation of child maltreatment, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Expert testimony, Trauma-informed care, Quality improvement
Preferred skills
Fellowship training in Child Abuse Pediatrics, Board certification in Child Abuse Pediatrics/Pediatrics/Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Experience in physical/sexual abuse evaluation
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive medical evaluations for suspected child abuse and neglect, Participate in multidisciplinary case consultation and review, Collaborate with medical, legal, social service, and law enforcement partners, Provide expert consultation and testimony in dependency and criminal proceedings, Support education and training related to child maltreatment, Participate in quality improvement and program development
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC