Pediatric Sleep Medicine Physician

Pediatric Sleep Medicine Physician

Division of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine

Department of Pediatrics, University of Utah School of Medicine

The Division of Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine has an opening for a Pediatric Sleep Medicine physician.  Advance training in Pediatric Pulmonology is preferred.  The physician will provide outpatient clinical sleep services and interpretation of sleep studies.  If Pulmonology trained, the physician will assist with inpatient and outpatient pulmonary consultative services and shared call at Primary Children’s Hospital (PCH) in Salt Lake City, Utah, and at the new PCH Miller Campus in Lehi, Utah, commensurate with other members of the division.  In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work, including education, investigation, administration, as well as advocacy. 

The Division consists of eight Pulmonologists and four advanced care practitioners. The division has an AASM accredited sleep center, a multidisciplinary sleep clinic, a Cystic Fibrosis Foundation accredited center, a fully functional pulmonary function lab, a multidisciplinary aerodigestive program and a multidisciplinary technology dependent patient program.  The division provides comprehensive clinical services in pulmonary medicine, sleep medicine, multidisciplinary management of airway disorders and neuromuscular disorders.  Academic affiliation with the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine provides for teaching opportunities for pediatric fellows, residents and medical students on a regular basis.

Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Pediatric Sleep Medicine.  Advance training in Pediatric Pulmonology is 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 Department and University 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 foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators. 

Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera, live music, 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 (some leaving from adjacent to the hospital), and numerous other outdoor activities. 

Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/132732.  A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references must be submitted at the time of application. For additional information about the position, please contact: Brian McGinley, M.D., Division Chief, at brian.mcginley@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, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission. 

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are 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