Open Rank of Neurology - Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Job summary

University of New Mexico in Albuquerque seeks a Neurodevelopmental Disabilities specialist to join our Child Neurology team and lead efforts to improve care for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The role spans inpatient and outpatient care at UNM Hospital and coordination with UNM Pediatrics for the Continuum of Care clinic.

Ideal candidates are adult or child neurologists with interest in neurodevelopmental disabilities or transitions of care, and a commitment to statewide

Qualifications

• MD Degree or equivalent is required.
• Board certified/eligible in Neurology or Neurology with special qualification in Child Neurology is required.
• Eligible for Medical license in the state of New Mexico is required.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. is required.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient management of adults and children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
• Participation in rural outreach clinics.
• Inpatient coverage/call on child neurology consult service.
• General child neurology or specialty clinics.
• Inpatient/outpatient EEG coverage.
• Participation in multidisciplinary clinics including cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
• Administration of clinical programs at the Continuum of Care clinic.
• Long‑term planning/strategy based on state needs and participating in state level committees.
• Building multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and access to care.
• Recruiting additional NDD faculty.
• Laying the groundwork for a future NDD fellowship.
• Collaborating on statewide education efforts in relation to neurodevelopmental disabilities.
• Serving as PI on the state grant which funds the Continuum of Care program.
• Participation in teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Collaborating with researchers; opportunities for pilot funding to build out your own research.

Education

MD Degree or equivalent

Board certified/eligible in Neurology or Neurology with special qualification in Child Neurology

Job description

Position Summary

UNM Neurology seeks a Neurodevelopmental Disabilities specialist to join our Child Neurology team and help lead efforts in New Mexico to improve the care of children and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The position will be part of a team of faculty providing quality patient care in the inpatient and outpatient setting at UNM Hospital and will help lead the Continuum of Care clinic in coordination with UNM Pediatrics. The Continuum of Care clinic is a state‑funded clinic designed to facilitate proper care during transition to adulthood for patients with developmental disabilities. Adult or Child Neurologists interested in neurodevelopmental disabilities or transitions of care are also encouraged to apply.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Outpatient management of adults and children with neurodevelopmental disabilities
• Participation in rural outreach clinics

Additional Clinical Opportunities

• Inpatient coverage/call on child neurology consult service
• General child neurology or specialty clinics
• Inpatient/outpatient EEG coverage
• Participation in multidisciplinary clinics including cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Non‑Clinical Responsibilities

• Administration of clinical programs at the Continuum of Care clinic
• Long‑term planning/strategy based on state needs and participating in state level committees
• Building multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care and access to care
• Recruiting additional NDD faculty
• Laying the groundwork for a future NDD fellowship
• Collaborating on statewide education efforts in relation to neurodevelopmental disabilities
• Serving as PI on the state grant which funds the Continuum of Care program

Academic Responsibilities

Participation in teaching of medical students, residents, and fellows.

Research Responsibilities

Collaborating with researchers within and outside the department. Opportunities for pilot funding are available to build out your own research in the future.

Benefits

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• MD Degree or equivalent
• Board certified/eligible in Neurology or Neurology with special qualification in Child Neurology
• Eligible for Medical license in the state of New Mexico
• Eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Requirements:

• Board certified/eligible in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (NDD)
• 2-3 years of clinical experience in Neurodevelopmental disabilities
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.