Pediatric Epileptologist: Complex Epilepsy & EEG, LV

Child Neurology Society; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine seeks a Pediatric Epileptologist to provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings, primarily in Las Vegas, NV, and other sites in Nevada.

Clinical duties will include staffing the outpatient Complex Epilepsy Clinic, EEG readings (including surgical epilepsy), and participation in outreach and telehealth programs.

Qualifications

• Board-certified/board-qualified in Pediatrics.
• Board-certified in Neurology with a subspecialty in Child Neurology.
• Fellowship training in Epilepsy.
• Medical licensure in Utah and Nevada at time of hire.
• Academic appointment in the Department of Pediatrics (Adjunct, Clinical, or Tenure Track).

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatients and outpatients care in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding sites.
• Staff the Complex Epilepsy Clinic and provide comprehensive EEG readings (including surgical epilepsy).
• Conduct weekly outpatient clinics and inpatient consults; participate in outreach and telehealth programs.
• Maintain a teaching and scholarly activities component within the Division of Pediatric Neurology.

Education

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Board Certification in Neurology with Subspecialty in Child Neurology

Fellowship in Epilepsy

Medical Licensure in Utah and Nevada

Job description

Pediatric Epileptologist, Las Vegas, NV

Division of Pediatric Neurology

Department of Pediatrics

University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine

The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Epileptologist to provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings, working primarily in Las Vegas, Nevada, and other sites in Nevada. Clinical activities in Las Vegas will focus on high-level care including staffing the outpatient Complex Epilepsy Clinic, as well as providing comprehensive EEG reading services (including surgical epilepsy), and will include weekly outpatient clinics, inpatient consults, and participation in outreach and telehealth programs. Clinical duties will comprise ~85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Intermountain Health Nevada Children’s Hospital, scheduled to open in 2030, and Intermountain Health outpatient clinics located in and near Las Vegas, NV. Beyond this, the Division of Pediatric Neurology provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, headache and functional neuroimaging. The Pediatric Neurologists will be intrinsic and collegial members of the Division of Pediatric Neurology in the Department of Pediatrics. In addition to clinical care, the faculty member will have opportunities in education and scholarly activities, including quality improvement and advocacy.

Intermountain Health is building a new children’s hospital in Las Vegas, with significant plans to develop and grow specialized pediatric care for the children in the region. Together with the Division of Pediatric Neurology, this is an opportunity to join and build transformative pediatric care regionally.

Las Vegas is a dynamic and affordable community with easy access to year-round outdoor activities including climbing, road and mountain biking, and hiking. The city’s economy is robust and expanding, and in addition to the world-famous social and cultural downtown, there are great communities ideal for families.

The Division of Pediatric Neurology is a friendly and dynamic group that maintains specialty interests in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including epilepsy, neurogenetic and neuromuscular diseases, stroke and vascular disease, movement disorders, and functional neuroimaging and basic neuroscience research. Major initiatives in precision medicine and gene therapy also exist.

Qualified candidates must be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology, and fellowship training in Epilepsy. Medical licensure in the states of Utah and Nevada are required at the time of hire. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Adjunct, Clinical, or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose (with in-network coverage throughout the Las Vegas region), exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu.

Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/209441. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Matthew Sweney, M.D., Medical Director of Intermountain Nevada Pediatric Neurology, at [e-mail].

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.