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Pediatric Neurologist Clinical Attending

University of Utah, Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201


Pediatric Neurologist Clinical Attending

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.Position InformationPosition/Rank:

Pediatric Neurologist Clinical Attending / Unranked AdjunctDepartment:

00861 - Pediatric NeurologyCity:

OtherNew Position to Begin:

Immediate openingsDetails:The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking Pediatric Neurologists to provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings, working primarily in Las Vegas, Nevada. Clinical activities in Las Vegas will focus on high-level neurology care for children and adolescents and will include weekly outpatient clinics, inpatient consults, and participation in outreach and telehealth programs. The Pediatric Neurologists will be intrinsic and collegial members of the Pediatric Neurology Division, and will spend 2-3 weeks in Salt Lake City each year supervising the inpatient pediatric neurology service at Primary Children’s Hospital.Las Vegas is a dynamic and affordable community with easy access to year-round outdoor activities including climbing, road and mountain biking, and hiking. The city’s economy is robust and expanding, and in addition to the world-famous social and cultural downtown, there are great communities ideal for families.The Division of Pediatric Neurology maintains specialty interests in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including epilepsy, neurogenetic and neuromuscular diseases, stroke and vascular disease, movement disorders, and functional neuroimaging and basic neuroscience research. Major initiatives in precision medicine and gene therapy also exist.The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers an excellent benefits package that includes 20.2% retirement contributions that vest immediately and excellent health care choices. Additional information on the University of Utah’s benefits is available at

here .Minimum Requirements:Qualified candidates must be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics as a Clinical Attending.Application Process:Interested individuals can apply for the position at

this link . A cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references are required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Josh Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., Division Chief, at joshua.bonkowsky@hsc.utah.edu.The 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, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.EEO/Non-Discrimination Information:All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.Special Instructions for Candidates:Open Date:

06/19/2019Close Date:

Open Until FilledRequisition Number:

PRN02268FType:

FacultyPosting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatrics?

yesno

* Are you BE/BC in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology?

YesNoIn last year of fellowship training

* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

YesNo

* Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?

YesNo

* One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?

YesNo

Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeList of ReferencesOptional Documents:Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submissionUniversity Human Resource Management250 East 200 South, Suite 125 Salt Lake City, UT 84111Contact us: (801) 581-2169 By Email: employment@utah.edu

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