Pediatric Palliative Care Physician / Rank Dependent on Qualifications

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 250.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Generous benefits package

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Utah School of Medicine’s Department of Pediatrics in Salt Lake City seeks a Pediatric Palliative Care Physician to join the Division of Pediatric Palliative Care. The role includes clinical care at Primary Children’s Hospital and involvement in teaching, research, and program development across Utah and the Intermountain West.

Board-eligible/board-certified in Pediatrics and Hospice & Palliative Medicine is required.

Formación

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and Hospice & Palliative Medicine.

Responsabilidades

• Engage in clinical service as part of the Pediatric Palliative Care interdisciplinary team.
• Contribute to education, investigation, administration, and advocacy within the program.

Educación

Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Descripción del empleo

Position Information

Position/Rank Pediatric Palliative Care Physician / Rank Dependent on Qualifications

Department 02184 - Pediatric Palliative Care

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Track Dependent on Qualifications

New Position to Begin

Details

The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Pediatric Palliative Care Physician to join our Division of Pediatric Palliative Care. The physician will be part of the Palliative Care interdisciplinary team at Primary Children’s Hospital with locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, Utah, and non-profit pediatric hospice coverage. The physician will help develop the palliative services available for children in various settings throughout the Intermountain West. In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work including education, investigation, administration, and advocacy.

The mission of our Pediatric Palliative Care teams is to help children with life-threatening illness find comfort, support, and hope. The program helps both the child and family deal with feelings, symptoms, and concerns during a time that may be frightening, confusing, and overwhelming. The interdisciplinary team includes social work, chaplaincy, child life specialists, music therapists, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physicians. For additional information about the Pediatric Palliative Care Program, please visit https://healthcare.utah.edu/pediatrics/programs-services/palliative.php.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Hospice & Palliative Medicine. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose, exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.

Salt Lake City and surrounding areas offer great schools, arts and entertainment, and endless possibilities for sports and recreation. A strong economy and moderate cost of living make Utah a perfect choice to call home. The Salt Lake International Airport is a major hub and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European and Asian cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.

Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211424. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Dominic Moore, M.D., Division Chief and Senior Medical Director of Pediatric Palliative Care, at [e-mail].
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or University Human Resource Management at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date 10/30/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Requisition Number PRN04164F

Type Faculty