Posting Note: Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) at Phoenix Children's is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Pediatric Neurologist to join our team. Phoenix Children's is a leading healthcare institution dedicated to fostering innovation, collaboration, exceptional patient care, education and academic excellence, and cutting-edge research. It is one of the largest children's hospitals in the United States. BNI at Phoenix Children's is a center of excellence comprising 5 divisions including Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neuropsychology, Developmental Pediatrics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. It is constantly ranked in the U.S. News & World Report of Best Children's Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. Our mission at BNI is to improve the health and quality of life for children and adolescents with neurological, behavioral, and mental health diseases and disorders. The Pediatric Neurologist will diagnose and treat neurological conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. The ideal candidate will have specialized training in pediatric neurology and a passion for providing exceptional care to pediatric patients and their families.
Responsibilities:Diagnosis and Treatment: Conduct thorough evaluations to diagnose and treat neurological disorders in pediatric patients, including but not limited to epilepsy, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, genetic disorders, and neuromuscular diseases.Patient Care: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to pediatric patients, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.Medication Management: Prescribe and manage medications to alleviate symptoms and improve the quality of life for pediatric patients with neurological disorders. Monitor medication efficacy and adjust treatment plans as necessary.Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about neurological conditions, treatment options, and strategies for managing symptoms. Empower families to actively participate in their child's care and make informed decisions about treatment.Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with other pediatric specialists, including pediatricians, pediatric neurosurgeons, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to provide comprehensive care for pediatric patients with complex neurological conditions.Teaching and Supervision: Provide education and mentorship to medical students, residents, and fellows in pediatric neurology. Supervise and train junior medical staff members to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.Qualifications:Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical schoolBoard certification or eligibility in pediatric neurologyCompletion of an accredited pediatric neurology residency programArizona State Medical licenseExcellent clinical skills and diagnostic acumen in pediatric neurologyStrong communication and interpersonal skillsCommitment to providing compassionate care to pediatric patients and their familiesAbility to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teamPreferred Qualifications:Fellowship training in a subspecialty of pediatric neurology (i.e. epilepsy, neuromuscular, neurocritical care, neuroimmunology)Experience with advanced diagnostic techniques such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG) and genetic testingTrack record of scholarly achievements including publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national conferencesExperience in medical education and teaching at the undergraduate or graduate levelAbout Phoenix Children's:As Arizona's only Children's Hospital, Phoenix Children's is a 484-bed, freestanding specialty children's hospital located in Phoenix, Arizona. The hospital serves a spectrum of patients ranging from local community general pediatric patients to complex patients from throughout Arizona and into surrounding states and northern Mexico. Our healthcare system includes the state's only Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, a state-of-the-art motion analysis lab, a full range of specialty services, and is actively involved in clinical research, dedicating $10 million annually to support research activities.
Apply for this position:Candidates interested in applying for this position should send their CV to:
David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Phoenix Children's
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