Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional training opportunities

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician to join the growing Development, Behavior and Learning Program. The role provides outpatient care for children with developmental disabilities and opportunities to train pediatric residents and learners.

The position emphasizes collaboration with UNC’s Developmental Disabilities Institute and TEACCH, with a goal of advancing clinical care, education, and research in a

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.
• Completed pediatric residency and fellowship training in DBP or in progress.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, colleagues, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient developmental behavioral pediatric services for children with developmental disabilities.
• Contribute to resident didactics, shadowing, supervision, and DBP fellowship development.
• Collaborate with UNC Institute for Developmental Disabilities, TEACCH, and related programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Evidence-based assessment

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Board certified/eligible in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

Completed pediatric residency

DBP fellowship training

Job description

Posting Information

• Department General Pediatrics - 412009
• Posting Open Date 11/19/2024
• Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes
• Position Type Permanent Faculty
• Working Title Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician
• Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty
• Vacancy ID FAC0005365
• Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week 40
• FTE 1
• Position Location North Carolina, US
• Proposed Start Date 07/01/2025

Qualifications

• Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications

Position Information

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to be the nation’s leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to improve the health and well‑being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

Patient Care

We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.

Education

We will prepare tomorrow’s health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.

Research

We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina and North Carolina Children’s Hospital has an open rank, full time faculty position for a Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician ( DBP ) to work in our growing Development, Behavior and Learning Program. This program provides outpatient services through interprofessional care delivered by DBP , psychology, social work, and nursing. Services include assessment and ongoing care for children with or at risk for developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, genetic conditions, and other related disorders.

The DBP program provides an integral role in the training and education of pediatric residents and other learners. This faculty position will include participation in resident didactics, shadowing and supervision, and ultimately assistance in our future goal of developing a DBP fellowship. Given that UNC has a rich tradition of care for children with developmental disabilities, this role will also include close collaboration with UNC’s Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, the highest funded autism research center in the country and a Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities ( LEND ) site and UNC’s TEACCH program.

This position will be located in the Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics, a newly formed Division within the Department of Pediatrics at UNC -Chapel Hill School of Medicine. The creation of this newly formed Division is one of many examples of the Department’s commitment to the care of children with developmental disabilities. In addition to DBP , other key members of the Division include psychology, social work and nursing. Applicants should be board certified or eligible in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Applicants from groups under-represented in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.

The Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area of North Carolina is an attractive place to live and work with great climate, schools, and both mountains and beach within a day drive.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Applicants should be board certified or eligible in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Candidates must have completed pediatric residency and have either completed or in the process of successfully completing fellowship training in DBP .

Excellent communication skills with patients, families, colleagues, and staff are required. Necessary clinical skills include evidenced-based assessment of children with and at risk for developmental disabilities and ongoing care, including medication management.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Eligible candidates should be interested and knowledgeable in systems-based practice and interprofessional care.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Not Applicable.

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Rebecca Baum

Department Contact Telephone or Email [e-mail]

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [e-mail].

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.