Developmental Pediatrician

American Academy of Family Physicians

Roanoke (VA)

On-site

USD 190,000 - 270,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Carilion Children's in Roanoke, Virginia, seeks a Developmental Pediatrician or Section Chief to lead its growing Child Development Clinic, supporting evaluation, diagnosis, and ongoing management of neurodevelopmental conditions across Virginia.

The role offers faculty appointments through VTCSOM and opportunities to advance quality improvement and research, with a leadership track for candidates with 5+ years of experience.

Qualifications

Board-certified pediatrician with fellowship in neurodevelopmental disabilities or developmental-behavioral pediatrics.
Strong passion for multidisciplinary, family-centered care.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
5 years of experience for Section Chief track; faculty role requires no experience.

Responsibilities

Guiding strategic program growth.
Enhancing access and optimizing clinical operations.
Mentoring faculty, staff, and learners.
Expanding community and statewide partnerships.
Advancing quality improvement and research initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Multidisciplinary care

Education

ABMS Board Certification in Pediatrics

Fellowship in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities or Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Job description

Overview

Developmental Pediatrician / Developmental Pediatrician Section Chief — Carilion Children\'s, Roanoke, Virginia (supported by the Maternal and Child Health Services Title V Block Grant)

Carilion Children\'s is seeking a Developmental Pediatrician or Developmental Pediatrician Section Chief to join and help lead our growing Child Development Clinic, a statewide resource supported by Title V Block Grant through the Virginia Department of Health.

This position is being recruited to support significant program growth driven by increasing regional need, expanded partnerships, and Carilion\'s commitment to improving access to developmental and neurodevelopmental care for children across Virginia.

This role is based at Carilion Children\'s Tanglewood Center, our pediatric multidisciplinary center of excellence, serving as a hub for integrated pediatric subspecialty care, therapy, and family-centered services.

About the Opportunity

Join a comprehensive, multidisciplinary team that includes:

Developmental Pediatricians
Nurse Practitioners
Clinical Psychologists
Social Workers
Pediatric Nurses
Speech-Language Pathologists
Occupational & Physical Therapists
Education Specialists

Our program is in a purposeful growth phase, expanding capacity to meet rising demand for evaluation, diagnosis, consultation, and ongoing management of:

Autism spectrum disorder
Cerebral palsy
Developmental delays
NICU follow-up needs
Complex neurodevelopmental conditions
Behavioral and learning challenges

Carilion Children\'s is western Virginia\'s primary pediatric referral center, anchored by:

A 60-bed NICU/intermediate nursery
8-bed PICU
24-bed pediatric inpatient unit
Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center
Dedicated pediatric emergency department
19 pediatric subspecialty clinics and robust ancillary services

Faculty appointments are available through the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM), with research opportunities in collaboration with the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) and other Virginia Tech partners.

Leadership Track — Section Chief Opportunity

For candidates with 5+ years of experience, the Section Chief role offers an opportunity to lead during a pivotal expansion period.

Responsibilities

Guiding strategic program growth
Enhancing access and optimizing clinical operations
Mentoring faculty, staff, and learners
Expanding community and statewide partnerships
Advancing quality improvement and research initiatives

As demand increases statewide, this leadership role is essential for shaping the future of developmental health services across western Virginia and beyond.

Qualifications

ABMS Board Certification in Pediatrics
Fellowship in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities or Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Passion for multidisciplinary, family-centered care
Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
No experience required for faculty role
5 years of experience required for the Section Chief role

Why Carilion? Why Roanoke?

Roanoke is a vibrant, welcoming metropolitan area of 300,000—named a five-time \"All-America City\"—offering:

Breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains
Four-season outdoor recreation
Outstanding schools and universities
A rich arts and cultural community
A cost of living that supports work-life harmony

Southwest Virginia remains one of the nation\'s most beautiful and livable regions.

Our System

Carilion Clinic is a physician-led, non-profit academic health system with:

7 hospitals
282 outpatient clinics
850 physicians in 85+ specialties
350+ residents and fellows across 30 ACGME programs

We are dedicated to improving outcomes, advancing education, and expanding research through close partnerships with VTCSOM, Virginia Tech, Radford University, and the FBRI.

Apply or Learn More

Rob Way

Physician Recruiter, Carilion Clinic

Phone: 540-206-6898

Email: rjway@carilionclinic.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity are encouraged to apply.

Historical averages of Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary. In addition, comprehensive benefits and pension offerings further enhance the overall rewards package.