Neurology - Physician

CHOC Children's; California (MO); On-site; USD 216,300 - 281,190; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution

Job summary

CHOC Children's is seeking a full-time Pediatric Neurologist with expertise in Movement Disorders to join the Neurology Division. You will evaluate and manage patients, perform advanced therapies, and collaborate with various specialists.

The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for academic collaboration with UCI on pediatric movement disorders research.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Current California Medical License or eligibility.
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Neurology.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients needing advanced therapies.
• Perform surgery and post-surgical evaluations.
• Collaborate with other medical specialists.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Movement disorders expertise

Education

MD or DO degree

Current California Medical License

Board certification in Pediatric Neurology

Job description

Pediatric Neurologist – Movement Disorders

Position Overview

PSF is seeking a full‑time Pediatric Neurologist with expertise or strong interest in Movement Disorders to join the Neurology Division at Rady Children’s Health – Orange County.

• Participate in a comprehensive pediatric movement disorders program, evaluating and managing patients requiring advanced therapies (DBS, intrathecal baclofen, selective dorsal rhizotomy, botulinum toxin injections).
• Perform deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, programming, and post‑surgical evaluations.
• Develop and maintain a botulinum toxin injection program focused on spasticity, dystonia, and related neurologic conditions.
• Collaborate with Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Genetics, Rehabilitation Services, and other subspecialists in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in multidisciplinary movement disorders clinics and advanced surgical treatment programs.
• Support development and expansion of specialized movement disorder pathways and research initiatives.

Research & Academic Opportunities

Collaborate with UC Irvine on a funded interdisciplinary pediatric movement disorders research program.

• Invasive neurophysiology, brain‑computer interface research, closed‑loop DBS technology, AI and advanced data analytics, DBS outcomes research, clinical trials, genetic therapies, medication outcomes studies, translational neuroscience initiatives, multidisciplinary collaborative pediatric movement disorders research.
• Teaching opportunities: resident and medical student education, divisional conferences, and broader academic programming.

Candidate Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Current California Medical License or eligibility for licensure
• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatric Neurology
• Current DEA registration
• Movement Disorders expertise or strong clinical interest preferred
• Experience with multidisciplinary pediatric neuroscience care preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to family‑centered pediatric care, teaching, and clinical excellence
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, referring physicians, nursing staff, and allied health professionals

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• CME allowance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Academic and research opportunities through UCI affiliation

Salary Range

$216,300 – $281,190

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). CHOC Specialists is an equal opportunity at‑will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, religious creed, religious dress or grooming, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military and veteran status.