Pediatric Neurology Faculty

nmaap; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Academic appointment

Research opportunities

Teaching opportunities

Job summary

AMN Healthcare is recruiting a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist for an academically oriented program in Peoria, Illinois. This high-impact role blends inpatient and outpatient care with teaching, research, and opportunities to develop subspecialty tracks.

You will contribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment within a tertiary pediatric center, engage in scholarly activity, and mentor residents and fellows while advancing pediatric neurology care.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in pediatric neurology.
• Experience in academic health systems and teaching.
• Interest in developing subspecialty programs and research.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology care.
• Contribute to teaching, scholarly activity, and curriculum development.
• Develop subspecialty programs (epilepsy, stroke, neuromuscular, neurocritical care).
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within a tertiary pediatric center.

Skills

Board certification

Pediatric neurology

Inpatient care

Outpatient care

Teaching

Job description

JOB DETAILS

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP), in partnership with OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois, is recruiting a Board Certified or Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist. This is a high-impact academic opportunity within a rapidly expanding pediatric neuroscience program. Physicians will join an integrated academic health system that combines tertiary-level pediatric care with strong education, research, and innovation support.

You will provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care while contributing to teaching, scholarly activity, and the development of subspecialty programs. This role is ideal for physicians seeking to build an academic career in a supportive, collaborative environment with meaningful growth potential.

Opportunity Highlights

• Academic appointment through UICOMP with teaching expectations and research opportunities
• Practice across inpatient and outpatient settings with shared call structure
• High-acuity clinical exposure, including ICU-level neurological care
• Opportunity to develop subspecialty programs (epilepsy, stroke, neuromuscular, neurocritical care)
• Work within a Level I pediatric trauma center and major referral hub
• Collaborative multidisciplinary environment across pediatric specialties
• Strong research infrastructure with coordinators, funding, and academic mentorship
• Strong leadership potential; Opportunities surrounding Pediatric Neurology Residency/Fellowship
• Competitive compensation range including academic incentives and comprehensive benefits offered

Community Information

Peoria, Illinois offers an exceptional balance of affordability, accessibility, and quality of life. Physicians benefit from a family-friendly environment, short commutes, and access to outdoor recreation, arts, and education.

• Affordable cost of living and housing options (U.S. News & World Report)
• Strong public and private school systems, including highly regarded districts
• High livability scores with brief travel times and convenient amenities

FACILITY

Academic

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.