<p>A hospital-employed Children's Hospital in Savannah, Georgia is recruiting a fellowship-trained Child Abuse Pediatrician to anchor and help grow a dedicated Child Advocacy program on the Southeast coast. This is a mission-driven clinical role with a full multidisciplinary infrastructure already in place — including Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Trauma, NICU, PICU, Social Services, Behavioral Health, Law Enforcement, and Child Protective Services — giving the right physician the platform to do this work at the highest level. Savannah offers a rare combination of coastal lifestyle, historic urban character, and an affordable cost of living that is difficult to match in any comparable academic or children's hospital market.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive compensation package with sign-on bonus available</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Paid professional liability (malpractice) coverage with tail included</li> <li>CME allowance plus paid CME days</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits</li> <li>Generous paid time off and comprehensive physician benefits package</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-employed position within a dedicated Children's Hospital focused on pediatric child advocacy</li> <li>Clinical scope encompasses evaluation and management of suspected physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and complex maltreatment cases</li> <li>Forensic evaluation responsibilities integrated into the clinical role</li> <li>Active multidisciplinary collaboration with Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Trauma, NICU, PICU, Social Services, Behavioral Health, Law Enforcement, Child Protective Services, and community agencies</li> <li>Participation in multidisciplinary case reviews and child advocacy initiatives</li> <li>Teaching opportunities with medical students and residents as part of a growing Child Advocacy program</li> <li>Access to a comprehensive pediatric subspecialty network providing dedicated clinical support</li> <li>Collaborative, mission-driven environment with an emphasis on work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatrics (ABP)</li> <li>Fellowship training in Child Abuse Pediatrics required</li> <li>Active Georgia medical license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Demonstrated commitment to child advocacy, trauma-informed care, and multidisciplinary collaboration</li> <li>Strong communication, clinical documentation, and leadership skills</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Savannah is one of the Southeast's most celebrated historic cities — a walkable, moss-draped coastal destination with a genuine sense of place, award-winning dining, arts, and music festivals set against a backdrop of rich Southern history. Tybee Island's beaches, boating, and fishing are minutes away, and the mild year-round climate supports cycling, golf, and waterfront living in every season. Families benefit from excellent public and private schools, affordable housing relative to comparable coastal markets, and convenient access to a full-service international airport with connections throughout the country.</p>