Physician: Child Abuse Pediatrician (opens in new tab)

INAAP; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Malpractice and CME allowance

Retirement and wellness benefits

Job summary

St. Luke’s Boise CARES is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician to join a regional, accredited center delivering family-centered care. The role offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary model with nearby partners and a shared call schedule designed for work‑life balance.

Minimum qualifications include MD/DO, board certification in Child Abuse Pediatrics, Idaho medical license, and DEA registration. The position provides competitive compensation, strong benefits, and opportunities to lead

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics
• Active, unrestricted medical license in Idaho
• Current Idaho DEA, Idaho Board of Pharmacy licenses
• Eligibility to obtain Medical Staff Privileges with St. Luke’s Health System

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized medical assessment and family-centered care for child abuse patients.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary care model with partners co-located to streamline patient care.
• Lead advocacy, education, and leadership initiatives in child abuse pediatrics.
• Support ongoing medical staff development and participation in community programs.

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics

Job description

Physician: Child Abuse Pediatrician

Make a Difference Where it Matters Most. Boise CARES is seeking a BC/BE Child Abuse Pediatrician. The Boise CARES program serves as the region's leading child abuse assessment center and a National Children's Alliance (NCA)-accredited program since 1996, offering a collaborative, family-centered approach with comprehensive services available under one roof.

What to Expect

• Join an experienced team consisting of: 2 Child Abuse Pediatrician Physician Partners, 3 APP's, 8 LCSW's, 2 RN's, 3 MA's
• Shared call schedule of 1:5, supporting a healthy work-life balance
• Enjoy a true "one-stop-shop" approach, working closely within a multidisciplinary care model with key community partners co-located and closely integrated to streamline patient care and support services
• Practice within a regional network that provides services in:
  • Boise (Ada County Victim Services Center)
  • Twin Falls (St. Luke's)
  • Nampa (Nampa Family Justice Center)
• Opportunity to make a meaningful community impact by providing specialized medical expertise, advocacy, education, and leadership in the field of child abuse pediatrics.

Why Providers Choose St. Luke’s:

More than sixty specialties converge here, including Idaho’s only Children’s Hospital. Physicians benefit from modern operating suites, advanced technology, and integrated support through technology – enabling them to spend more time on meaningful patient care and less on administrative burdens.

But inside St. Luke’s, the standout feature isn’t equipment or facilities—it’s the culture. We believe exceptional care begins with an environment that supports our clinicians. Nationally recognized by the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine program for reducing burnout and boosting clinician well-being, St. Luke’s leads in team collaboration, professional growth, and shared decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• BC/BE in Child Abuse Pediatrics
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of Idaho
• Current licenses with full prescriptive authority from the Federal DEA, the State of Idaho, and Idaho Board of Pharmacy
• Eligibility to obtain Medical Staff Privileges with St. Luke’s Health System

Benefits Beyond the Basics:

Alongside competitive pay and retirement plans, we offer benefits that go beyond the basics — including on-site massages, counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, onsite childcare, and access to wellness tools. We’re committed to your overall well-being.

• Competitive compensation package and generous recruitment incentives
• Hospital employed with great benefits, retirement, malpractice, vacation and CME allowance
• Supportive work culture with wellness programs and employee recognition initiatives

Nationally Ranked. Locally Driven.

• Forbes Top Hospitals 2026: Multiple St. Luke’s locations—including Boise, Magic Valley, Wood River, and Nampa—earned top ratings for outcomes, value, and patient experience
• Top 15 Health System in the U.S for 9 Consecutive Years: Repeatedly honored by Truven Health/IBM Watson Health for outstanding clinical outcomes, efficiency, patient experience, and community health impact
• #1 Hospital in Idaho: St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center is ranked the top hospital statewide with highperforming ratings in numerous specialties and procedures

For more information on this opportunity, please contact Julia Nigro at [e-mail]

What's In It For You

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.