Pediatric Neuromuscular Physician - Clinical Assistant or Associate

Child Neurology Society; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic health center is seeking a Pediatric Neuromuscular physician to enhance its dynamic Pediatric Neurology Division. This role offers the chance to engage in comprehensive clinical services, teach future leaders in pediatric neurology, and contribute to groundbreaking research in a vibrant city known for its outdoor beauty and community spirit. The position emphasizes collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and provides exceptional benefits, including generous retirement options and tuition assistance. If you're passionate about advancing child health and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Low-cost State Health Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Generous Retirement Options

Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package

Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed fellowship training in neuromuscular disorders and EMG.
• Excellence in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary MDA clinic and perform EMG and botulinum toxin injections.
• Participate in the pediatric neurology residency program and clinical research.

Skills

Fellowship training in neuromuscular disorders

EMG

Botulinum toxin injections

Teaching medical students and residents

Education

Fellowship in Pediatric Neurology

MD or equivalent

Job description

The University of Florida’s Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Pediatric Neuromuscular physician to join our Pediatric Neurology Division as an Assistant or Associate Professor in the non-tenure track. Candidates will have the opportunity to participate in our multidisciplinary MDA clinic, teach neuromuscular fellows, and perform EMG and botulinum toxin injections for spasticity. The qualified applicant will have completed fellowship training in neuromuscular disorders and EMG.

The Division of Pediatric Neurology encompasses a busy and dynamic clinical service, growing pediatric neurology residency program, and abundant clinical research opportunities. The Division offers broad clinical exposure with opportunities to tailor clinical and research interests as well as scholarship and educational program development. Excellence in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows is highly valued.

UF Health-Pediatrics

UF Health, the University of Florida’s academic health center, is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprise focus on building collaborative specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The UF College of Medicine, the largest college within UF’s academic health center, is currently the highest-ranked medical school in Florida.

The Department of Pediatrics clinical services are delivered at UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, which was named the #1 Children’s Hospital in Florida in the 2022-23 U.S. News & World Report rankings. Nationally ranked in five pediatric specialties, UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides the full spectrum of pediatric specialty services and is in the Top 5 children’s hospital in the Southeast US. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides care for the children of Florida and is a major destination center for pediatric patients, both nationally and internationally, who require specialized attention for complex medical problems.

UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children’s hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to fostering innovation and advancing discovery in the biomedical and psychosocial aspects of child health and human development, educating and training pediatric scientists, and directly translating basic scientific discoveries into new patient-oriented therapies. In the most recent fiscal year, the department was home to over $30.5M in sponsored research.

UF Health faculty work in multidisciplinary teams with researchers in the five other Health Science Center colleges, as well as those from across the University. The focus of team efforts is often grown out of the Centers and Institutes, including the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute, the UF Genetics Institute, the Powell Gene Therapy Center, and the UF Health Cancer Center.

Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville, FL, is a vibrant city that offers a mix of culture, outdoor beauty, and a dynamic community atmosphere. The city, touted as one of the more affordable cost-of-living communities in Florida, is surrounded by stunning natural attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Paynes Prairie Preserve, crystal clear freshwater springs, and several scenic parks, making it ideal for outdoor adventures. Gainesville also has a strong sense of community and is recognized for its festivals, farmer’s markets, and diverse dining options downtown. The historic Hippodrome Theatre is the perfect place to indulge in live performances or independent films. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy many Division I NCAA sports. Go Gators!

We Offer Exceptional Benefits

• Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Generous Retirement Options to Secure Your Future
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off Package (including 11 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick, and vacation leave)
• Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer