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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 dominic.moore@hsc.utah.edu.
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Special Instructions for Candidates Open Date 10/30/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN04164F Type Faculty
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