Pediatrician- Child Abuse / Child Advocacy

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system in western Massachusetts which consists of an academic medical center, Baystate Children’s Hospital, three community hospitals and the region’s largest multispecialty group.  Our flagship hospital, Baystate Medical Center, is home to the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School-Baystate. 

Baystate Children’s Hospital is a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with subspecialists across 15 pediatric divisions. The ambulatory primary care and specialty care center offers <60 providers practicing in 12 specialties.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Multi-disciplinary Team and Collaborative Approach to Care
  • Physicians, social workers, psychiatrists & therapists; specialty child abuse nurses and support staff
  • Child Abuse Prevention Alliance of Hampden County (CAPA), which includes local law enforcement. officers, district attorneys, child protective services and victim advocates.
• Baystate Family Advocacy Center (BFAC)
  • Nationally accredited Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) serving children and families in the region. BFAC is a proud member of the National Children’s Alliance, the Massachusetts Children’s Alliance, and the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN). Massachusetts’ only hospital-based CAC.
• Clinical Practice
  • Time and support needed to provide patient and family centric outpatient medical evaluations and care.
  • Facilitate inpatient and ED consults.
• Academic Opportunities
  • Guide the development of the next generation of physicians by teaching residents and medical students. with a faculty appointment at UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate.
  • Time and opportunity to pursue research and other scholarly activities.
  • Develop new, value-added services in our general pediatric and pediatric sub-specialty practices.
  • Faculty appointment to UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate commensurate with experience.
• Qualifications: We are recruiting for either a board-certified pediatrician with strong interest and background in child abuse work or a fellowship trained board-certified child abuse pediatrician. We are committed to discussing unique and creative care models for interested candidates.
• The compensation range listed below represents the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range.  Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.  Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum= $225,000.  Maximum= $262,500.

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE:

• Nestled between the Berkshires and the Connecticut River, the Pioneer Valley is known for its scenic beauty and rich history. The region bustles with vibrant college towns, myriad outdoor experiences, farm-to-table dining, and a thriving arts and music scene, all within easy reach of Boston and New York City.
• Compensation plan includes base salary and opportunity to earn incentive bonuses
• Robust relocation package
• Immediate access to paid time off
• 403b plan with employer match and 457b deferred compensation plan
• Professional development and mentorship
• Wellbeing programs that include mental, physical, and financial health and more
• Flexibility- opportunities to flex your FTE to fit your life
• Transparent and equitable promotional practices
• Wellbeing programs that include mental, physical, and financial health and more

At Baystate Health, we believe that treating one another with dignity and fairness is what elevates respect for our patients and staff.  We are committed to ensuring opportunity and inclusion for everyone through equitable policies, practices, and procedures and creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.

For more information please contact:

Matthew Di Guglielmo, MD, PhD, Chair of Pediatrics, UMass Chan-Baystate

Pediatrician-in-Chief, at Baystate Children’s Hospital

C/O Melissa Hale, Senior Provider Recruiter

Melissa.Hale@baystatehealth.org or 413-794-2624

Baystate Children’s Hospital 

Be part of something extraordinary. At Baystate Children’s Hospital, located in Springfield, MA — we don’t just treat children. We champion their futures.

Why Baystate Children’s Hospital Is Special

• The only fully accredited, full-service children’s hospital in western Massachusetts, offering both PICU and NICU services.
• A dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department (Sadowsky Family Pediatric ED) with board-certified pediatric emergency specialists, kid-friendly triage & waiting areas, imaging, and resuscitation units. 

What You’ll Find Here

• A broad spectrum of specialties: Hematology-Oncology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Pediatric Surgery, Infectious Diseases, Endocrinology, and more. 
• Units designed to meet both medical and developmental/emotional needs: specialized inpatient care, family-centered rooms, child life specialists, play areas (including indoor/outdoor play decks), comfort items, etc.
• Strong support for families: rooms equipped so a guardian can stay overnight, space for siblings, personalization of rooms. 

For Your Career: What Awaits

• Work within a team that values safety and quality — BCH has been recognized (e.g. Solutions for Patient Safety “Hospital of the Month”) for its leadership in reducing medical harm and promoting patient safety. 
• Educational growth opportunities — Pediatrics Residency training, advanced pediatric specialties, exposure to complex cases, cutting-edge technology. 
• A collaborative environment where caregivers, specialists, nurses, and family support teams follow best practices and child-centered care.