Physician - Pediatric Neurologist

92 Emory + Children's Pediatric Institute, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a pediatric neurologist to provide high-quality patient care in the neurology service line. The role involves collaborating with a large multidisciplinary team, contributing to research and education, and maintaining comprehensive documentation to support optimal patient outcomes.

The position emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork, and ongoing credentialing in BLS/PALS and specialty training as required by the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited four-year medical school.
• Graduate of an accredited post-graduate residency program in Pediatric Neurology.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Neurology.
• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia.
• BLS or PALS certification required.
• Current DEA registration.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with professional staff bylaws and hospital policies.
• Participates in quality improvement and research to inform practice.
• Educates patients, families and staff; supports trainee education.
• Maintains accurate and complete medical records and documentation.
• Responds to patient and staff questions and requests; supports operations of the clinical area.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Motivation

Education

MD from accredited medical school

Pediatric Neurology residency

Job description

Job Description

To plan, implement and evaluate the provision of high-quality medical care, with appropriate resource management, to children and adolescents in the respective clinical area.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta + Emory Our pediatric neuroscience department is expanding, and we are actively seeking skilled faculty to help us continue providing advanced neurological and epilepsy care. As a member of our team, you’ll be part of one of the largest pediatric neurology programs in the country. You’ll work alongside some of the brightest minds in pediatric neurosciences research to develop preventive, diagnostic and wellness strategies for children with serious neurological illnesses or challenges.

Experience

No minimum Experience Required.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in respective clinical area.

Education

Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school.

Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Pediatric Neurology.

Certification Summary

Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Pediatric Neurology. Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia. BLS or PALS certification required. Current DEA registration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member. Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff. Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities: personal organization and time management, human relations and teamwork, personal adaptability, personal motivation, and listening.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children’s policies and procedures.
• Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
• Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
• Educate and assist trainees with medical decision making.
• Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
• Completes necessary documentation and ensures timely communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.
• Actively responds to patient and clinical staff questions and requests.
• Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
• Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete, and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Physician

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has been 100 percent committed to kids for more than 100 years. A not-for-profit organization, Children’s is dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. With 3 hospitals, 20 neighborhood locations and a total of 673 beds, Children’s is the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country. Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Place to Work, a Best Place for Working Mothers, and as a top employer for diversity and millennials. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that supports our mission, vision and values. We are proud to offer an array of programs and services to our employees that have distinguished us as a best place to work in the country.

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