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Assistant/Associate Professor of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine (Occupational Therapy) at Columbia University Medical Center

November 16, 2021

Columbia University's Programs in Occupational Therapy invites applicants for a full time, 12 month faculty appointment. This position encompasses teaching and research in both the entry level MS occupational therapy program and in the post-professional doctoral programs. Close collaboration with other faculty within the department and with faculty in related departments is expected. Applicants are expected to have or to develop a research agenda. Minimum Degree requirements: PhD, EdD, ScD or equivalent degree earned or in progress. Post-professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy will also be considered.

Apply using this link: https://pa334.peopleadmin.com/postings/7502

Faculty Search Committee Chairperson: Dr. Katherine Dimitropoulou, kd2524@cumc.columbia.edu

Division Chief of Developmental Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

November 3, 2021

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM) and Seattle Children's Hospital (SCH) are seeking a transformational leader to serve in the role of Chief for the Division of Developmental Medicine.

The incoming Chief will have the opportunity to continue the legacy of the program and the responsibility of establishing and implementing a strategic plan that will guide the division into its future. Division mission: "To maximize the lifelong potential of children and families affected by neurodevelopmental and behavioral conditions through collaboration, compassionate medical care, advocacy, education, and research." The successful applicant will be expected to supervise the provision of clinical care in all programs, research programs as well as the training of students, residents, and fellows in both inpatient and research settings.

Appointment as full time Associate Professor WOT (without tenure due to funding) or Professor WOT (without tenure due to funding) of Pediatrics at the University of Washington, School of Medicine, will be commensurate with experience, training and achievement. The position will be a multi-year appointment over a 12-month service period, July 1-June 30. Anticipated start date is Summer 2022. All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Given the scale and scope of the program and its strong national and international reputation, we believe this opening to be among the premier leadership opportunities currently available in developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
• The division has grown to include 10 Developmental-Behavioral Pediatricians, 6 Advance Practice Providers, 5 research faculty, as well as an ACGME accredited Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics fellowship program.
• The Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities program at the University of Washington (UW LEND) is located at the Center on Human Development and Disability, a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) which is now in its fifth decade.
• The division's basic and translational science research interests span the field of developmental disabilities to advance clinical care. With SCH ranked #5 nationally among pediatric research institutions, division faculty benefit from an established research infrastructure and an institutional commitment to offer every child the opportunity to participate in research.
• Highly competitive compensation, benefits, and programmatic support package.
• Recognized among the nation's best children's hospitals and the top ranked pediatric facility in the Northwest, Seattle Children's Hospital is a 334-bed facility that offers over 60 pediatric subspecialties and is the pediatric and adolescent academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho.
• Seattle is located on Puget Sound and is a family-oriented community in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Ranked in the top 15 Best Places to Live, the mild winters and temperate summers enable year-round outdoor activities. In fact, Seattle gets less rain annually than Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Miami!

Qualifications

Applicants are required to have an MD, or DO, or MD/DO combined (or international equivalent). Must be board certified in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics and/or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. The successful candidate should have training completed in an accredited developmental medicine fellowship.

In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of international (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Application Instructions

Applicants will submit a formal CV, cover letter and diversity statement. The diversity statement should address current and/or future commitments to and experiences with equity, diversity, and inclusion.

For more details about this opportunity, or if you would like to recommend an individual(s) who exemplifies the qualities we are seeking in a candidate, please contact Marcel Barbey at marcel@careerphysician.com, or at 817-707-9034. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University's Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member's academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under Washington State Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.1, University of Washington (UW) workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.

Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) - Phoenix, AZ

November 1, 2021

Phoenix Children’s is seeking talented, energetic and collegial Pediatric Advanced Practice Providers to join the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R).

The Division of PM&R, a key division within Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s, is comprised of an expert team of fellowship-trained pediatric PM&R Physicians and nurse practitioners who provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care, allowing children to achieve their optimal level of independence.

The ideal candidates will have a broad base of clinical knowledge and be willing to learn and develop specific skills / knowledge related to neurological and musculoskeletal assessment and management, the inpatient rehabilitation model of care, and longitudinal care and management of patients with disabilities in outpatient clinical setting. Clinical work includes helping to manage inpatient rehab program (12 beds), participation in the inpatient PM&R consult service, staffing outpatient physiatry clinic and other multidisciplinary clinics.

• PCH has the only dedicated inpatient acute pediatric and adolescent program in Arizona and serves patients extending into the contiguous states.
• Strong interdisciplinary environment.
• Ongoing expansion of clinical services programs.
• Collegial supportive APP environment

Requirements:

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Minimum 1 year experience preferred
Previous experience preferred in PM&R, Developmental Pediatrics, Orthopedics, or Neurology (as a Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, or other capacity).

Candidates interested in applying for this position should send resumes to:

David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com
440-223-5256 (cell)
602-933-1107 (office)

Pediatric Developmental Disabilities - Peoria, IL

November 1, 2021

Job Specifics:

• The new developmental-behavioral pediatrician or neurodevelopmental pediatrician will support the continued growth of the Division of Child Development and Rehabilitation.
• The division is active in the evaluation and management of children with global developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder, ADHD/ADD, neurodevelopmental disabilities and cerebral palsy.
• Scholarly and research interests are highly desirable, along with experience in teaching medical students and residents.
• The candidate must be board-certified in pediatrics and fellowship trained in neuro-developmental disabilities or developmental-behavioral pediatrics.
• The compensation package and academic rank (associate or assistant professor) will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
• EEO Employer M/F/Vet/Disabled

The Community:

• Peoria, the largest Illinois metropolitan area outside of Chicago and St. Louis, is home to a a large collection of medical research, educational and clinical facilities including the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria and Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center.
• Peoria, Illinois, offers a range of residential opportunities whether you are looking for something out of the way, in the woods, along the river or right in the heart of the city.
• Peoria is also home to a number of performance venues, museums, art galleries and more than two dozen historic landmarks of both local and national fame.

About OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital:

OSF HealthCare Children's Hospital of Illinois in Peoria is the third largest pediatric hospital in Illinois and the only full service tertiary hospital for kid’s downstate. With 136 beds and more than 141 pediatric subspecialists, OSF Children's Hospital cares for more children in Illinois than any hospital outside of Chicago. Formally established as a pediatric hospital within the walls of OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in 1990, OSF Children's Hospital has over 7,000 admissions; 2,500 newborn deliveries, and 18,000 emergency department visits each year. More at https://www.osfhealthcare.org/childrens/.

Please contact or send CV to:
Stacey Morin, OSF HealthCare Physician Recruitment
Ph: (309) 683-8354 or
Email: stacey.e.morin@osfhealthcare.org
Web: osfhealthcare.org

Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Faculty Position - Birmingham, AL

October 20, 2021

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) is seeking a board certified/board eligible pediatric physiatrist to join a dynamic academic work environment with opportunities for inpatient and outpatient practice in close collaboration with other pediatric medical and surgical subspecialists. The position will provide appointments in the Departments of Pediatrics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and offer ample opportunity for training of medical students and residents.

The UAB Departments of Pediatrics and PM&R are consistently among the top NIH funded departments in their respective areas nationally. Children's of Alabama, the primary practice location for pediatric services at UAB, is one of the ten busiest children's hospitals in the country. Our division collaborates with other state agencies and community organizations to serve children with disabilities. Together with children and family members, the UAB Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine serves as an advocate for children with disabilities with the goal that each child will be able to achieve the highest level of independent functioning possible. In partnership with the UAB/Lakeshore Research Collaborative, the division works to develop and evaluate new programmatic/service efforts and supportive technologies as well as to identify and develop meaningful alternatives that improve life for people who have or will face chronic disabling conditions. For more information about the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, visit our website.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A record of interdisciplinary collaboration is desirable. The ideal candidate will qualify for an appointment at the Assistant of Associate level within UAB and will be an MD, DO, or MD/PhD who is licensed or eligible for license in the state of Alabama. Salary and tenure status are negotiable based on experience and current academic achievements.

The UAB Department of Pediatrics has nationally recognized expertise and firmly established multidisciplinary programs. This position will provide opportunities for growth of divisional programs as well as opportunities for collaboration with other distinguished programs within UAB.

Interested applicants should submit a CV and letter of interest by clicking here.

For further information, please contact:
Drew Davis, MD
Division Director
rddavis@uabmc.edu or 205-638-2929

UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment. In addition, physicians and other clinical faculty candidates who will be employed by the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) or other UAB Medicine entities must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen to be hired.

Pediatric Developmental-Behavioral Faculty - Colorado Springs, CO

October 19, 2021

The University of Colorado School of Medicine University is pleased to announce our national search for a full-time faculty member for the Department of Pediatrics, Section of Developmental Pediatrics. The clinical practice associated with this position will be based at the Children's Hospital Colorado – Colorado Springs and CUMedicine Briargate Pediatric Specialty Clinics. The new physician, in partnership with colleagues at the Anschutz Campus in Denver, will have the opportunity to guide the development of a Developmental Pediatrics program that will serve a large portion of Southern Colorado.

Applicants should be board certified in Pediatrics and board eligible or certified in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP) or Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD). The successful candidate will be eligible for an unrestricted medical license in the State of Colorado and possess the academic accomplishments necessary to obtain an academic appointment with the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

Key Opportunity Highlights:

• Opportunity to collaborate with the Developmental Pediatrics Section at Anschutz Campus, which is part of the Neuroscience Institute (NSI) at Children's Hospital Colorado. The NSI also includes Child Neurology and Neurosurgery. The team works closely with Child Psychiatry, Genetics, Rehabilitation Medicine, and Special Care Clinic, with ample collaborative opportunities.
• Modern new office space and program resources including but not limited to two child psychologists and onsite neuropsychology testing capabilities.
• Busy clinical practice, an ACGME accredited DBP fellowship program, member of DBPNet, and opportunities for collaborative and independent research.
• Provide direct clinical care to children with a wide range of developmental and behavioral concerns. Outpatient clinics will be a mix of interdisciplinary clinics, individual consultations, follow-up and medication management visits. We also participate in multi-disciplinary clinic with other departments and sections, such as neurology, genetics, and surgery.
• Lead program development and partnership with community providers for Developmental Pediatrics’ practice in Colorado Springs. Qualified applicants may be considered for a Developmental Leadership role for Southern Colorado.
• Scholarly activities are encouraged although not required.
• Faculty development opportunities are available to all faculty
• Highly competitive salary and benefits provided commensurate with skills and experience.

In Colorado Springs, you'll find more than purple mountains majesty to inspire you. If you like city life and also enjoy the great outdoors, Colorado Springs may be the place for you. The city rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful” and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. The 14,115-foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a nationally ranked zoo, and the Olympic training Center. Colorado Springs is also home to several institutions of higher learning including the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado College and the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs. With a mild climate and plenty of sunshine, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities.

Those interested in scheduling a conversation to discuss the position in greater detail are asked to submit their current curriculum vitae to Marcel Barbey, Vice President, CareerPhysician, C/O Karis Beasley at Karis@careerphysician.com. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Physician- Iowa City, IA

September 10, 2021

University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics physician. Appointment rank is open and may be to either the tenure track or clinical (non-tenure) track consistent with clinical experience and research interest. Appointment rank to Associate of Pediatrics (non-tenure track) may also be considered. The individual selected will join the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics to provide patient care, teaching, and consultative services. The Division is comprised of nine faculty, and is a national leader in research, with three successful NIH-funded investigators. The Division works closely with the University of Iowa Center for Disabilities and Development, which has been Iowa’s University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) since 1972. The Center for Disabilities and Development integrates a broad array of clinical services in one location, including developmental and behavioral pediatrics, psychology, speech-language pathology, occupational and physical therapy, social work, education, audiology, and nursing, and thus provides an ideal environment for exceptional patient care, education and research. The Center is also the home of Iowa’s LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) program, and has provided outstanding interdisciplinary training in neurodevelopmental disabilities for over two decades.

Requirements:

• Must hold an MD/DO degree, or equivalent
• Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, or equivalent
• Board certified or eligible in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, or equivalent
• License or eligible for licensure in the State of Iowa

Desirable qualifications:

• Clinical experience in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
• Experience in patient-oriented research
• Teaching competence in pediatrics for medical students and residents
• Evidence of scholarly activity
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

The University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine is one of the top biomedical research institutions in the nation and ranked 38th overall by the 2020 U.S. News & World Report and 41st among public medical schools for NIH funding in FY18. Stead Family Department of Pediatrics ranked 27th in NIH funding among all public pediatric departments nationwide in FY19. The ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program at the Children’s Hospital trains 47 pediatric residents.

The Stead Family Department of Pediatrics comprises the medical and research staff of University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital, one of the nation’s top-ranked pediatric care and research institutions. It is the only university-affiliated hospital in Iowa devoted solely to the care of infants, children, adolescents and young adults, and is Iowa’s only accredited Level 1 Regional Resource Pediatric Trauma Center. In 2019-2020 University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital ranked in six pediatric specialties in the Best Children’s Hospitals U.S. News and World Report, including neonatology, orthopedics, diabetes and endocrinology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, and is the only hospital in Iowa to be nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report for children’s care. A new 190-bed children’s hospital opened in February 2017.

For more information contact:
Lane Strathearn, MBBS, PhD
Professor of Pediatrics
Director, Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Physician Director, Center for Disabilities and Development
William E. Bell/Gail A. McGuiness Chair for Pediatric Neurodevelopment
lane-strathearn@uiowa.edu

Visit us on the web at: www.uichildrens.org.

To apply for this position please visit The University of Iowa website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu , requisition number 74058.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity I affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Pediatric Physiatrist - Rochester, MN

September 10, 2021

The Mayo Clinic Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in Rochester, MN is seeking a Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physician to join our practice.

The Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine includes three board-certified Pediatric Physiatrists, one board certified supplemental Pediatric Physiatrist, and two dedicated nurses. Our group has a robust outpatient practice with general and specialty clinics encompassing a wide breadth of diagnoses. We provide care for children and adolescents on our CARF accredited inpatient pediatric rehabilitation unit as well as consultative services in the attached children’s hospital. The division has a very active procedural practice for performing chemodenervation and chemoneurolysis. More than 200 pediatric providers care for over 55,000 unique pediatric patients each year on the Rochester campus. Our experienced nursing staff as well as physical and occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, social workers, child psychologists and neuropsychologists, child life specialists and others contribute to pediatric specialized care. Mayo Eugenio Litta Children’s Hospital is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art inpatient facility that includes 42 critical care beds. Mayo Clinic also has a nationally recognized multidisciplinary Pediatric Pain Rehabilitation Center and a comprehensive Pediatric Cancer Center that includes proton beam therapy. Hallmarks of our practice include collegial relationships with other pediatric divisions, unparalleled multispecialty care, easy interaction and ability to coordinate care with other pediatric specialists, a mechanism for readily transitioning our adult patients to adult providers, and a unifying belief among all that the needs of the patient come first. The Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine also supports both an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine and an ACGME-accredited PM&R residency.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with advanced fellowship training and board-certification/board eligibility in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine. We are looking for a physician who possesses eagerness, creativity, and curiosity to partner with colleagues in propelling the field of pediatric physiatry into the future. An ideal candidate has a strong interest in a clinical position with teaching and research opportunities. Additionally, this candidate will have an interest in pediatric cancer and pediatric chronic pain rehabilitation.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that outlines their future career goals with Mayo Clinic.View this job on the Mayo Clinic website.

Engineer - Motion Analysis Center - Northern CA

March 31, 2021

Shriners Hospitals for Children Northern California

Shriners Hospitals for Children-Northern California, the region’s foremost provider of specialized treatment for pediatric orthopaedics, spinal cord injuries, burns and reconstructive plastic surgery, is seeking a PhD level Engineer to work in our Motion Analysis Center (MAC).

This individual provides technical oversight of the measuring and computing equipment in the MAC and plans for the development of new measurement and analysis services as warranted by developments in the field of quantitative motion analysis and patient care needs in the hospital. This person instructs MAC staff on measurement technology and technical equipment operation for studies performed in the MAC and leads development of biomechanical coding. In conjunction with the MAC Medical Director, the engineer develops projects that enhance the quality of data collection and interpretation, answer clinical questions, improve patient care, or document treatment outcomes. The engineer works with Orthopaedic Surgeons and Physiatrists associated with the Cerebral Palsy and Myelomeningocele Program, Sports Medicine Service, and Spinal Deformity Service to define research initiatives and directs the technical activities of these projects. The engineer provides education in areas of expertise to hospital staff, fellows, residents and medical students in appropriate forums.

Requires demonstrated knowledge of and experience with Visual 3D coding and biomechanical model development, and MATLAB coding. Must have previous MAC experience to include operation of 3D motion capture systems, force platforms, EMG acquisition devices and the ability to diagnose problems with MAC instrumentation systems. Knowledge of statistics is preferred.

The MAC seeks an energetic, team-oriented individual who wants to make a difference and is committed to supporting patient care, education of trainees, and clinical/biomechanical research in quantitative motion analysis.

SHCNC offers a competitive salary and benefit package, including continuing education and professional development opportunities. Other considerations include, free parking, team approached interdisciplinary care, friendly environment and the satisfaction that our patients are receiving the best care available.

Please submit resume to: Human Resources, 2425 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817, fax (916) 453-2388, e-mail ncal.jobs@shrinenet.org, or apply online at http://www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org. EOE/Drug Free Workplace.