Pediatric Medical Director, Academic Special Needs Clinic

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

Job summary

UC San Diego Academic Jobs is seeking a Medical Director for the Academic General Pediatrics Special Needs Clinic. This role involves providing leadership and overseeing quality improvement initiatives for children with medical complexities across multiple counties.

The ideal candidate holds an MD, is board-certified in Pediatrics, and has significant clinical experience. Responsibilities include education mentorship and strategic planning. Additional compensation is available under the Health Sciences Compensation Plan.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent required at time of application.
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible in Pediatrics.
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical and administrative operations of the clinic.
• Oversee program development and quality improvement.
• Support faculty and trainee education through mentoring.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Pediatric care

Teaching and mentoring

Education

MD or equivalent degree

California medical license or equivalent

Job description

UC San Diego Academic Jobs is seeking a Medical Director for the Academic General Pediatrics Special Needs Clinic. This role involves providing leadership and overseeing quality improvement initiatives for children with medical complexities across multiple counties.

The ideal candidate holds an MD, is board-certified in Pediatrics, and has significant clinical experience. Responsibilities include education mentorship and strategic planning. Additional compensation is available under the Health Sciences Compensation Plan.