Medical Director, Special Needs Pediatrics (Academic)

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego seeks a Medical Director for the Academic General Pediatrics Special Needs Clinic. The role provides clinical and administrative leadership, guiding program development, quality improvement, and education for trainees. The appointee will oversee growth, collaborate across subspecialties, and contribute to scholarly activities.

The position aligns with Health Sciences Compensation Plan, offering leadership in a multidisciplinary pediatric setting within the San Diego region.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree.
• California medical license or eligibility.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience caring for children with medical complexity (preferred).
• At least 2 years of leadership experience (preferred).

Skills

Board-certified pediatrics

Leadership experience

Clinical care for complex pediatrics

Education

MD or equivalent degree

Job description

UC San Diego seeks a Medical Director for the Academic General Pediatrics Special Needs Clinic. The role provides clinical and administrative leadership, guiding program development, quality improvement, and education for trainees. The appointee will oversee growth, collaborate across subspecialties, and contribute to scholarly activities.

The position aligns with Health Sciences Compensation Plan, offering leadership in a multidisciplinary pediatric setting within the San Diego region.