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Position/Rank Academic General Pediatrician / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00856 - General Pediatrics
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin FY2023
Details
The Division of General Pediatrics at the University of Utah is looking for an outstanding full-time pediatrician to join our growing faculty of clinician-educators and researchers. We are a Division of Generalists, Developmental-Behavioral specialists, and Quality Improvement experts that work collaboratively to provide clinical care, educate future health care providers, conduct research, and engage in advocacy in settings where normally developing children and children with special health care needs receive high value comprehensive team-based care that is flexible and responsive to new health care delivery models.
The pediatrician will provide direct patient care in primary care ambulatory clinics and at the University Hospital Well Baby and Intermediate Care Nurseries. Clinical duties may include evening and weekend shifts primarily focused at our University Pediatric Clinic and Sugar House Health Centers. The pediatrician will be expected to take telephone call as needed by the Division. In addition to comprehensive team-based care, there is an expectation for participation in educating future health care providers, conducting research, and engaging in advocacy for normally developing children and children with special health care needs.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Pediatrics, must be proficient with both performing circumcisions and precepting these procedures with learners, and must be able to work some evenings and weekend shifts. Experience in teaching and quality improvement projects is preferred. Candidates with an interest in helping to establish and build our Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms program and/or with experience in caring for children with complex medical conditions are preferred. 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 competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research.
Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, a picturesque Lake Powell, and numerous other outdoor activities.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/132211. Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Justin Alvey, M.D., Division Chief, at justin.alvey@hsc.utah.edu.
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
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). 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 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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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 and immunizations. https://safety.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 04/20/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN02978F
Type Faculty
Position Information
Position/Rank Academic General Pediatrician / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00856 - General Pediatrics
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin FY2023
Details
The Division of General Pediatrics at the University of Utah is looking for an outstanding full-time pediatrician to join our growing faculty of clinician-educators and researchers. We are a Division of Generalists, Developmental-Behavioral specialists, and Quality Improvement experts that work collaboratively to provide clinical care, educate future health care providers, conduct research, and engage in advocacy in settings where normally developing children and children with special health care needs receive high value comprehensive team-based care that is flexible and responsive to new health care delivery models.
The pediatrician will provide direct patient care in primary care ambulatory clinics and at the University Hospital Well Baby and Intermediate Care Nurseries. Clinical duties may include evening and weekend shifts primarily focused at our University Pediatric Clinic and Sugar House Health Centers. The pediatrician will be expected to take telephone call as needed by the Division. In addition to comprehensive team-based care, there is an expectation for participation in educating future health care providers, conducting research, and engaging in advocacy for normally developing children and children with special health care needs.
Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Pediatrics, must be proficient with both performing circumcisions and precepting these procedures with learners, and must be able to work some evenings and weekend shifts. Experience in teaching and quality improvement projects is preferred. Candidates with an interest in helping to establish and build our Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms program and/or with experience in caring for children with complex medical conditions are preferred. 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 competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research.
Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera and museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a day’s drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, a picturesque Lake Powell, and numerous other outdoor activities.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/132211. Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Justin Alvey, M.D., Division Chief, at justin.alvey@hsc.utah.edu.
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
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). 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 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 (801) 581-7447 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 (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 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 and immunizations. https://safety.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 04/20/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN02978F
Type Faculty
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in General Pediatrician
Start employer conversations before OPT begins
Pediatric hiring cycles run long. Begin outreach to pediatric practices, hospital systems, and community health centers at least six months before your OPT start date so credentialing and onboarding timelines align with your authorization window.
Confirm your state medical license timeline first
State licensing boards can take three to six months to process applications. Your OPT employment authorization is useless without an active license, so file your state application immediately after matching into or completing your residency program.
Target employers with existing J-1 or H-1B sponsorship history
Hospital systems and Federally Qualified Health Centers that have sponsored foreign-trained physicians before understand the process. They're less likely to withdraw an offer when your OPT expiration date comes up in onboarding conversations.
Use your residency network to surface sponsorship-willing employers
Program directors, attending physicians, and fellow residents who have navigated sponsorship are your most reliable source of employer leads. A warm introduction to a hiring manager carries more weight than a cold application in competitive pediatric markets.
Document all clinical work authorized under OPT carefully
USCIS requires that OPT employment directly relate to your degree field. Keep records of your job title, employer, and start date. Pediatricians moonlighting in unrelated clinical roles risk jeopardizing their authorized status if not properly documented.
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Can I work as a General Pediatrician on OPT after completing a U.S. medical degree?
Yes, if you've completed an MD or DO from a U.S. medical school and obtained your state medical license. OPT authorizes employment directly related to your degree field, and pediatric clinical practice qualifies. You must have an active EAD card before seeing patients independently. Residency completion alone doesn't confer work authorization.
Does General Pediatrician qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Medicine is not classified under STEM CIP codes that qualify for the 24-month extension. General Pediatricians on OPT have a 12-month window only. This makes it especially important to pursue H-1B sponsorship or a J-1 waiver pathway early, since there's no extension safety net available in this field.
What visa options should I pursue after OPT as a pediatrician?
The two most common transitions are H-1B sponsorship and the J-1 Conrad 30 waiver program. Conrad 30 is particularly relevant for pediatricians willing to practice in a Health Professional Shortage Area for three years, as it waives the J-1 two-year home residency requirement. Both require employer sponsorship, so identify willing employers well before your OPT expires.
How do I find General Pediatrician employers who are open to sponsoring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters for employers open to OPT and visa sponsorship, which saves significant time compared to applying blindly. Beyond the platform, hospital systems, children's hospitals, and Federally Qualified Health Centers have the legal and HR infrastructure to sponsor, making them higher-probability targets than small private practices.
Can I work at multiple pediatric practice locations under a single OPT authorization?
Yes, but each location must be tied to the same employer or employer group, and the work must remain within your authorized field. Working for two separate, unaffiliated employers simultaneously requires separate authorization documentation for each. Inform your Designated School Official if your employment situation changes, since unreported changes can jeopardize your OPT status.
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