Physician - Medical Director, Pediatric Headache Specialist - Helen DeVos Children's Hospital - Grand Rapids, MI

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Pediatric Headache Specialist to build a multidisciplinary headache clinic that serves the families of West Michigan along with outlying communities. As a medical director in our comprehensive pediatric neurosciences program, you will have the opportunity to partner with pediatric pain psychology to create a comprehensive clinic, including the diagnosis, treatment and management of pediatric headache patients. You will have the support from the Corewell Health Research Institute to initiate a clinical trial program. Interest in clinical practice, resident/fellow education and QI is a plus to this position. Primarily an outpatient opportunity, this position is Monday-Friday with no call or weekend requirements. Enjoy a strong team supported by advanced practice providers and other exceptional specialists including dietitians, social work, neuropsychology, and rehabilitation therapists.

Requirements

• Licensed Physician (MD/DO) in the State of Michigan.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Primary Specialty.
• Preferred Board Certification in Pediatric Headache.
• Certification in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in Pediatrics, Neurology, Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
• Desire to build a program with system support.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Active involvement in research, outreach, and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Build a multidisciplinary headache clinic for pediatric patients.
• Partner with pediatric pain psychology for comprehensive clinic operations.
• Oversee diagnosis, treatment, and management of pediatric headache patients.
• Initiate a clinical trial program with support from the Corewell Health Research Institute.
• Engage in clinical practice, resident/fellow education, and quality improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Eligibility for academic appointments through Michigan State University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees