Pediatric Epileptologist / Rank Dependen
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The University of Utah Department of Pediatrics seeks a Pediatric Epileptologist for its Division of Pediatric Neurology. The faculty member will provide epilepsy and general child neurology care, participate in research and scholarly activity, and oversee trainees. Clinical work will take place primarily at Primary Children’s Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, and the Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Services Center. Appointment is on the Clinical or Tenure track at a rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.
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The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Epileptologist to join our Division of Pediatric Neurology. The Pediatric Epileptologist will provide high-level care, including attending on the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, staffing the outpatient Complex Epilepsy Clinic, as well as providing comprehensive EEG reading services including surgical epilepsy. Academic expectations include active research participation, trainee oversight (pediatric epilepsy fellowship, child neurology trainees, and clinical neurophysiology fellows), as well as some component of general child neurology. Clinical duties will comprise ~85% of the individuals time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Primary Childrens Hospital locations in Salt Lake City and Lehi, UT, and Primary Childrens Eccles Outpatient Services Center in Salt Lake City.The Division of Pediatric Neurology maintains an excellent collegial relationship with our pediatric neurosurgical and neuroimaging colleagues, as well as adult programs both at the University of Utah and Intermountain Health throughout the region. The Epilepsy Section is active in all aspects of epilepsy care including ketogenic diet, surgical epilepsy, neuromodulation, and gene-related therapies. Beyond this, the Division provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, headache and functional neuroimaging. Epilepsy remains tightly integrated within a larger, collaborative Division in which nearly all pediatric neurology services are delivered through our group. In addition to clinical care, the faculty member will participate in education and scholarly activity with opportunities in quality improvement and advocacy.Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in both Pediatrics and Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology, and have completed subspecialty training in epilepsy. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic rank 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, exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.Salt Lake City and surrounding areas offer great schools, arts and entertainment, and endless possibilities for sports and recreation. A strong economy and moderate cost of living make Utah a perfect choice to call home. The Salt Lake International Airport is a major hub and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European and Asian cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned red rock landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five national parks (with five more within a half-day drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, picturesque lakes, and numerous other outdoor activities.Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211406. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology, at [email protected], and/or Matthew Sweney, M.D., Chief of Epilepsy Section, at [email protected] 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.
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- Utah median$415K/yr32 salary ranges
- US median$105–125/hr1,714 hourly ranges
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