Pediatric Neurology Faculty

AMN Healthcare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 216,000 - 326,000; Full time

Job summary

AMN Healthcare seeks a Pediatric Neurologist for an academic role in Peoria, IL. The position offers teaching, research opportunities, and subspecialty program development within a major academic health system.

You will provide inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology care, with opportunities to contribute to education and scholarly activity in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible pediatric neurologist.
• Academic appointment with teaching, research, and subspecialty program development.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient pediatric neurology care.
• Contribute to teaching, scholarly activity, and program development.
• Participate in ICU-level neurocritical care and subspecialty program growth.

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Pediatric Neurology Faculty
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $216000.00 - $325800.00

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

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Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters at https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation at https://jobs.uic.edu/request-and-accomodation/

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person

Facility Location

Easy to access, Peoria's metropolitan lifestyle gets together with stunning natural beauty. Discover the center of this city and its endless stretches of riverbanks and trails while you explore the unique shopping and dining adventure. The hot summers and cool winters, bring dazzle to the fall foliage and bright spring blooms in this city of cultural attraction. Peoria is also the home of University of Illinois College of Medicine.