Medical Director, Pediatric Neurology Program
About The Position
Valley Health System, in affiliation with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is actively recruiting a Pediatric Neurologist to join the team as Medical Director of the Pediatric Neurology Program. The Pediatric Neurology program provides consultation and other professional services as part of the Valley Medical Group and Valley-Mount Sinai Children’s Health Service line in northern New Jersey. This provider would be the lead to provide clinical expertise in pediatric neurology care at the Valley Hospital, the Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD). In addition, this clinician provides consultation and education for our clinicians, clients, interested community groups, and helps support our broader community-based services for special needs populations. Physician in this role will also participate in Department of Pediatrics activities, Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD), and Hospital Committee meetings as deemed appropriate by the Chair. Physician in this role will provide outreach to interested community groups, including schools, childcare programs, parent groups, and other programs. The KCCD offers a broad spectrum of services, including speech, physical, and occupational therapy. A complete audiology service is also available on-site at the KCCD. Clinical requirements include Board Certification in Pediatric Neurology, ability to work collaboratively with our PM&R and Developmental Pediatrics team and help build a program. Experience in EEG interpretation a plus. In this position, you will be part of a larger multi-specialty group including experienced providers in Endocrinology, Developmental Pediatrics, Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, Food Allergy, Cardiology, and PM&R, all in collaboration with the Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital and the Mount Sinai Health System. Academic appointments at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital are possible based on previous academic ranking and productivity.
Requirements
- An MD or equivalent degree
- Board certified in Pediatric Neurology
- Existing or Eligibility for New Jersey Medical License, DEA, and CDS required
- Maintains CME credit hours as required for Board Certification and/or hospital staff privileges
Nice To Haves
- Experience in EEG interpretation
- Experience and/or an interest in the management of patients with autism and other pervasive developmental disorders
- Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills for both clinical and non-clinical audiences, in group settings or one-on-one
- Strong clinical skills with the ability to advance and develop a superior clinical service
- Ability to foster a respectful, equitable, and inclusive work environment
- Advocate for organizational values and commitment to gender equity and diversity
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical expertise in pediatric neurology care at the Valley Hospital, the Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD).
- Provide consultation and education for clinicians, clients, and interested community groups.
- Support broader community-based services for special needs populations.
- Participate in Department of Pediatrics activities, Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD), and Hospital Committee meetings.
- Provide outreach to interested community groups, including schools, childcare programs, parent groups, and other programs.
- Work collaboratively with our PM&R and Developmental Pediatrics team and help build a program.
- Interpret EEGs (a plus).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision
- Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
- Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (varies)
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
- Competitive compensation models including a minimum starting salary ranging between $250K to $270K with generous productivity incentives with an opportunity to grow uncapped.
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time
- Malpractice coverage
- Relocation allowance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
