Child Abuse Pediatrician SLUCare Physician Group

Job 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.

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.

Timothy J. Kutz, MD, FAAP

Medical Director, Child Protection

Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Tel:

timothy.kutz.edu

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