Academic Clinician, Associate Professor, Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Emergency Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for several Associate Professor positions in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Experience working in a large, complex medical system is preferred. Ideal candidates should also have comfort and flexibility in caring for a wide range of pediatric diagnoses. Effective communication skills and the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams are essential. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree. Certification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or must be Board-Eligible.

Teaching responsibilities may include participating in the clinical education of medical students, residents, and fellows as a member of the Division of Emergency Medicine.

Clinical responsibilities may include providing direct patient care in an Emergency Department that has an annual volume of 100,000 visits. Clinical employment opportunities in Pediatric Emergency Medicine are also being offered at both our clinical affiliate institutions, Virtua Voorhees, in Southern New Jersey and our new King of Prussia Center in King of Prussia, PA. Positions at Virtua Voorhees and King of Prussia will include an academic appointment, as well as clinical shifts in the CHOP Emergency Department. The distribution of clinical activity at CHOP and the designated clinical affiliate is negotiable and can be tailored to the interests of the applicant but significant time away from CHOP Main should be expected. Candidates are expected to be knowledgeable of current ED studies and participate in patient enrollment, as needed.

• Patients per day (average) - 8-10 (day); 15-18 (overnight); Admits / Discharges - Yes (varies by day); ER Consults - No; Attend C-Sections / Deliveries - No; Any required procedures - None; Any preferred procedures - Lumbar Punctures; Number of beds on the unit - n/a; these providers may cover patients on any of our Medical/Surgical Units

Support services on the inpatient units include: IV Team, Phlebotomy Team, Case Management, Social Work, Dietician/Clinical Nutrition, Clinical Pharmacists, Child Life

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are EOEs. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action (~~~/) and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or ~~~ (Voice) or ~~~ (TDD).