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SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital and Saint Louis University School of Medicine are hiring a Child Protection/Child Abuse Pediatrician to provide expert consults, support multidisciplinary child advocacy work, and help advance education, research, and quality improvement. You'll join a collaborative Division of Child Protection within a 190-bed, free-standing children's hospital and Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, working closely with clinical teams and external agencies. Standout perk: mission-driven role with opportunities in teaching, research, policy, and statewide child pro
Key skills
MD/DOBoard Certified/Board Eligible in Child Abuse PediatricsInpatient and outpatient consultation (child protection)Trauma-informed careUnrestricted Missouri medical licensure eligibilitySupervision of advanced practice providersTeaching and mentoring (SAFECARE network/community partners)Research and quality improvementCollaboration with law enforcement and child servicesPolicy development in child protection
Salary not listed — comparable US Child Abuse Pediatrics academic hospital roles often pay roughly $180k–$260k depending on experience, call, and academic expectations.
You'll thrive here if you’re a compassionate, trauma-informed Child Abuse Pediatrician who enjoys multidisciplinary collaboration and navigating complex child welfare systems to advocate for vulnerable children.
Why apply
Mission-driven child advocacy work
Academic teaching and research opportunities
Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Community Description: Hospital Description: The Division of Child Protection within the Department of Pediatrics at Saint Louis University School of Medicine is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Child Abuse Pediatrician to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
About Us
Based at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, a 190-bed, free-standing children's hospital and Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center.
Our team includes:
1 full-time Child Abuse Pediatrician
1 full-time Nurse Practitioner
2 full-time Social Workers
6 full-time Nurses
The Department of Pediatrics features 130 faculty members across all major subspecialties, fostering collaboration and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert inpatient and outpatient consultations.
Share call responsibilities within the division.
Supervise advanced practice providers.
Educate future healthcare professionals and community partners.
Mentor providers in Missouri's SAFECARE network.
Engage in research and quality improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with law enforcement, child services, and other agencies.
Participate in policy development to protect children.
Support programs such as our comprehensive foster care clinic and statewide initiatives (fatality review teams, advisory committees).
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child Abuse Pediatrics.
Eligible for an unrestricted Missouri medical license.
Strong commitment to child advocacy and trauma-informed care.
Ability to navigate complex child welfare systems and collaborate with community organizations.
For additional information, please contact:
Timothy J. Kutz, MD, FAAP
Medical Director, Child Protection
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
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Located in St. Louis, MO, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital is a not-for-profit ranked among the best children's hospitals in the country. We care for children and teenagers of all ages, from the St. Louis surrounding area, Illinois, and across the country. #CardinalGlennon
As an award-winning pediatric hospital, we are committed to compassionate, quality care. We offer the following:
State-of-the-art clinical facilities like our Level IV NICU and our Level I Pediatric Emergency & Trauma Center
More than 200 specialists regarded as some of the leading pediatric experts in the country
More than 60 services offered including emergency care, cardiology , neonatology , gastroenterology , and cancer care for kids
Over 195 beds caring for patients ranging from 0 - 21 years of age
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