Child Abuse Pediatrician - Medical Director

The Child Abuse Pediatrician - Medical Director has the authority and responsibility for the medical services at the Spurwink Center for Safe and Healthy Families. The Center is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of professionals including Psychologists, Social Workers, Pediatricians, and Nurse Practitioners who provide child-friendly, expert evaluations of children who may have been abused.

DUTIES:

Performs medical evaluations of children at the Spurwink Center for Safe and Healthy Families for various forms of abuse (program sees approximately 1200 children a year from throughout the state). Performs medical evaluations of children at assigned outlying clinic in Lewiston, Bangor, and Augusta, Maine. Performs medical exams for the Children's Advocacy Centers. Oversee the work of all physicians and learners, including residents and medical students assigned for training. Participates in the education of fellows, resident physicians and medical students. Provides support and direction to program nurse practitioners and child abuse pediatrician.

QUALIFICATIONS

Medical degree from an accredited school of medicine; board certification in Child Abuse Pediatrics and General Pediatrics. Current State of Maine licensure required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Necessary:

At least five (5) years of experience working in the field of Child Abuse Pediatrics. Documented ability to relate in a positive manner with patients, co-workers, and community providers. Documented supervisory and clinical management skills necessary to develop, supervise, and motivate staff in the day-to-day clinical operations of a program.

Competitive Benefits Package:

Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service) Scholarships to ME Community Colleges Tuition Reimbursement 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities Career Advancement Opportunities Flexibility of Schedules Generous Paid Time Off Opportunity for Same Day Pay Health Plan Enrollees - Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More) Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #IND1