Tower Health
Child Abuse Pediatrician
Tower Health, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
Job Summary
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
in Philadelphia, Pa is recruiting a
full time BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician
to join the hospitals Child Protection Program.The Child Protection Program was established in 2004 to provide comprehensive medical evaluations for suspected victims of abuse within the greater Philadelphia area. Current staff members include two board certified child abuse pediatricians, a dedicated social worker, nurse, and support staff.
Each year, this program provides hundreds of medical evaluations for suspected cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse and neglect.
These multidisciplinary evaluations occur in the inpatient setting, outpatient clinics, as well as the citys regional Child Advocacy Center.
The team works closely with local investigators to ensure timely communication of the medical findings with each case.
The program is committed towards educating trainees as well as medical students, residents, and fellows in the region.
Prospective candidates should have a vested interest in program development and education.
The pediatrician joining the staff will receive appointment at Drexel University College of Medicine, the hospitals academic affiliate.The Benefits We Offer:Competitive compensation packageComprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insuranceRetirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match.Malpractice insurance & tail coverageEducational Loan AssistanceGenerous paid time-off allowanceCommuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parkingCME time and moneyRelocation assistanceImmigration supportSupportive health system to advance goalsPutting Kids and Families First Since 1875St. Christophers Hospital for Children , a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, St. Christophers Hospital for Children combines topnotch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastroenterology; Oncology; and Orthopedics. It houses the only Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christophers is a Magnet designated hospital and has been recognized as a Womens Choice Award Best Childrens Hospital.The Community:Philadelphia located between New York and Washington D.C, is considered to be the birthplace of the United States. The Constitution was debated here in Philadelphia in what is now the Independence Hall. The nearby Liberty Bell Center is home to the famous two-thousand-pound bell which became a symbol of freedom. The National Constitution Center also tells the story of 1920s prohibition. Learn more about Al Capone and other famous former inmates at the Eastern State Penitentiary. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, one of the country's largest museums, is not to be missed. At Fairmount Park, discover outdoor art on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, as well as the Smith Memorial Arch dedicated to Civil War heroes. Attractions for kids include Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in America. Meet more animals at the Academy of Natural Sciences or enjoy fun and educational interactive displays at the Please Touch Museum.Videos:Virtual Tour - St. ChrisVirtual Tour of PhiladelphiaDrexel School of Medicine Class 2025Websites:St. Christophers Hospital for ChildrenCity of PhiladelphiaContact Name: Christopher DavidContact Email: Christopher.David@towerhealth.orgContact Phone: 570-401-4510#LI-KE1Qualifications
BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics, American Board of PediatricsBC in Pediatrics, American Board of PediatricsGraduate of an ACGME accredited Pediatric residencyGraduate of an ACGME accredited Child Abuse Pediatric FellowshipUnrestricted PA medical license at time of employmentAbility to obtain/maintain DEA certification for Commonwealth of PAOverview
Tower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high-quality, leading-edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Tower Health has partnered with Drexel University College of Medicine to open a new medical school one-half mile walking distance from Reading Hospital, a regional medical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health. The school opened in 2021 and is currently accepting enrollment applications for the second class in 2024. In addition, Reading Hospital is the main training hospital for the medical school and supports ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs. For more information, visit towerhealth.org
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
in Philadelphia, Pa is recruiting a
full time BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician
to join the hospitals Child Protection Program.The Child Protection Program was established in 2004 to provide comprehensive medical evaluations for suspected victims of abuse within the greater Philadelphia area. Current staff members include two board certified child abuse pediatricians, a dedicated social worker, nurse, and support staff.
Each year, this program provides hundreds of medical evaluations for suspected cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse and neglect.
These multidisciplinary evaluations occur in the inpatient setting, outpatient clinics, as well as the citys regional Child Advocacy Center.
The team works closely with local investigators to ensure timely communication of the medical findings with each case.
The program is committed towards educating trainees as well as medical students, residents, and fellows in the region.
Prospective candidates should have a vested interest in program development and education.
The pediatrician joining the staff will receive appointment at Drexel University College of Medicine, the hospitals academic affiliate.The Benefits We Offer:Competitive compensation packageComprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insuranceRetirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match.Malpractice insurance & tail coverageEducational Loan AssistanceGenerous paid time-off allowanceCommuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parkingCME time and moneyRelocation assistanceImmigration supportSupportive health system to advance goalsPutting Kids and Families First Since 1875St. Christophers Hospital for Children , a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, St. Christophers Hospital for Children combines topnotch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastroenterology; Oncology; and Orthopedics. It houses the only Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christophers is a Magnet designated hospital and has been recognized as a Womens Choice Award Best Childrens Hospital.The Community:Philadelphia located between New York and Washington D.C, is considered to be the birthplace of the United States. The Constitution was debated here in Philadelphia in what is now the Independence Hall. The nearby Liberty Bell Center is home to the famous two-thousand-pound bell which became a symbol of freedom. The National Constitution Center also tells the story of 1920s prohibition. Learn more about Al Capone and other famous former inmates at the Eastern State Penitentiary. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, one of the country's largest museums, is not to be missed. At Fairmount Park, discover outdoor art on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, as well as the Smith Memorial Arch dedicated to Civil War heroes. Attractions for kids include Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in America. Meet more animals at the Academy of Natural Sciences or enjoy fun and educational interactive displays at the Please Touch Museum.Videos:Virtual Tour - St. ChrisVirtual Tour of PhiladelphiaDrexel School of Medicine Class 2025Websites:St. Christophers Hospital for ChildrenCity of PhiladelphiaContact Name: Christopher DavidContact Email: Christopher.David@towerhealth.orgContact Phone: 570-401-4510#LI-KE1Qualifications
BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics, American Board of PediatricsBC in Pediatrics, American Board of PediatricsGraduate of an ACGME accredited Pediatric residencyGraduate of an ACGME accredited Child Abuse Pediatric FellowshipUnrestricted PA medical license at time of employmentAbility to obtain/maintain DEA certification for Commonwealth of PAOverview
Tower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high-quality, leading-edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Tower Health has partnered with Drexel University College of Medicine to open a new medical school one-half mile walking distance from Reading Hospital, a regional medical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health. The school opened in 2021 and is currently accepting enrollment applications for the second class in 2024. In addition, Reading Hospital is the main training hospital for the medical school and supports ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs. For more information, visit towerhealth.org