Description
Pediatric Rheumatologist
Pediatric Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics
University of Utah School of Medicine
The Division of Pediatric Rheumatology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Pediatric Rheumatologist. The Pediatric Rheumatologist will provide clinical care to children with rheumatologic, autoimmune and auto inflammatory disorders, and will also participate in shared rheumatology consultation on the inpatient service. The clinical focus will be in the ambulatory setting, and may include supervision of advanced practice providers and nursing staff. Clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospital’s ambulatory and inpatient sites, and at University of Utah clinics. The Pediatric Rheumatologist will have dedicated time to engage in investigation/research and scholarly activities, with an expectation of obtaining grant funding to provide salary support. In addition to clinical service and research responsibilities, there is an expectation for academic work including education, administration/service, and advocacy.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Rheumatology. The selected candidate 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/University offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose, paid time off, and non-contributory retirement contributions equal to 20.2% of annual earnings. 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 state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails (some adjacent to the hospital), and numerous other outdoor activities.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/198277. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Aimee Hersh, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology, at aimee.hersh@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, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
