Medical Director Child Abuse Pediatric Program Tampa, FL, United States

The Department of Pediatrics in the Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida is seeking a full-time open rank faculty member who is fellowship-trained and/or board-certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine with experience working in Child Abuse Pediatrics. This is a twelve (12) month, full-time, non-tenure earning clinical educator position. Salary is negotiable and based on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

The position includes both outpatient care and inpatient consultative services. Clinical duties include call coverage per the Child Protection Team call schedule. The position is based out of Mary Lee's House in Tampa, FL but regular travel to surrounding counties is required.

Outpatient care and inpatient consultative care is provided by medical staff within the CAP program. This position provides supervision-oversight to those providing direct clinical coverage. Patient volume ranges from 1200-1500 in Hillsborough and 800-1000 in Polk County.

The Regional Medical Director will work with the Department of Children and Families and Law Enforcement (Hardee, Highlands, Hillsborough and Polk Counties) in their investigations of alleged abuse. He/she will provide recommendations and serve as a subject matter expert for community health providers, in court, on committees, and other community providers or outreach events. He/she will follow the Florida Department of Health Child Protection Team Handbook related to overall program deliverables and operations.

Research Duties: Collaborative effort within the Department and the University will be encouraged.

Teaching Duties: The selected candidate will be expected to contribute to departmental teaching programs involving residents, medical students, and house staff. He/she will participate in the preparation/organization of new educational programs as well as participation in the university/college assigned committees. The individual will be expected to effectively utilize his/her clinical practice as a teaching resource. Both students and residents will attend the outpatient clinics. This position will be expected to lead efforts to establish a child abuse fellowship program in the department.

Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department/unit on university and/or statewide committees.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM: Medical degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate, or Full Professor.

Board Certified in Pediatrics, Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine with prior experience working in Child Abuse Pediatrics with demonstrated expertise in managing child abuse and neglect cases

Eligible for full medical license in Florida.

Fellowship training in Child Abuse Pediatrics is preferred, but not required.

About Us Working at USF: With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We strive to cultivate a talented, engaged and driven workforce. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers. Our benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition programs, generous leave, and employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on characteristics protected by law. The university maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request should be made at least five (5) working days prior to when the accommodation is needed. See the ADA accommodations information for details.

This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

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