Pediatric Neurologist - Epilepsy
Pediatric Neurologist - Epilepsy
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Job Description
Thanks for your interest in Childrens Mercy!
Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.
Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.
Overview
Childrens Mercy Kansas City is seeking a board-eligible/certified child neurologist with epilepsy/clinical neurophysiology training to join a growing group of 21 faculty in the Department of Pediatrics Division of Neurology with 8 epileptologists and 14 Nurse Practitioners.
Our division is committed to clinical excellence education and research and is continuing to grow. Childrens Mercy has very competitive salaries and benefits in addition to excellent support among physicians and staff with high job satisfaction. Faculty members are affiliated with and have academic rank at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Here are some current highlights from our division:
- Level IV comprehensive pediatric epilepsy center with eight pediatric epileptologists four pediatric neurosurgeons and 12 bed EMU (8 currently operating and 4 more getting set up in 2022)
- One of the largest ketogenic diet programs in the country
- Active Epilepsy surgery program utilizing both stereotactic (ROSA) and conventional grids ECOG
- Active Intra-Operative-Monitoring (IOM) program.
- Neuropsychology program dedicated for the epilepsy center.
- Active VNS/Neuromodulation program
Other highlights about the division:
- Comprehensive Headache program including a headache relief clinic where treatment is tailored to each patient using novel approaches such as acupuncture biofeedback and in-clinic DHE infusions
- The only exclusively pediatric Tourette Center of Excellence designated by the Tourette Association of America
- Very successful pediatric DBS program within our growing movement disorder program
- Numerous subspecialty multidisciplinary programs including: neonatal neurology pediatric stroke neuro-immunology TS/NF and spasticity to name a few
- Research collaborations with our Genomic Medicine Center and the Division of Clinical Pharmacology Toxicology and Therapeutic Innovation
- Robust pediatric resident and fellowship programs including a child neurology residency clinical neurophysiology fellowship and headache fellowship
The successful candidate should have a special interest in child neurology with expertise/interest in neuromuscular neuro-oncology and neuro critical care and must share our unwavering commitment to excellence integrity collegiality antiracism and respect for inclusion of individuals with diverse backgrounds.
Please apply online with CV and cover letter or send to
For more information about Childrens Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself visit Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.
Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
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Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.
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