We are recruiting for a Pediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist to join our team!

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　　DepartmentPediatricians

　　Job SummaryThe Department of Inpatient Pediatrics at Denver Health is seeking a full-timePediatric Neurologist/Epileptologist to join our program. As a teachingaffiliate of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, all of DenverHealth's inpatient pediatric services are staffed by residents fromChildren's Hospital Colorado and all of our faculty have academicappointments. 80% of the neurologist's clinical deployment will be basedat Denver Health (DH) with 20% at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO).

　　Clinical responsibilities at DH will include approximately 4 clinic sessionsper week, serving as primary attending for the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit(EMU), inpatient consultations, and sharing daytime on-callresponsibilities with the department's second pediatric neurologist (callincludes weekdays and approximately one weekend per month; no overnight callresponsibilities unless attending on EMU). Clinical responsibilities at CHCOwill include staffing 1 day (2 sessions) of clinic per week.

　　The neurologist will be expected to supervise and teach pediatric residents,including when attending on the DH EMU and when serving as an inpatientconsultant or clinic preceptor. Participation in clinical research, qualityimprovement, and/or education projects is strongly encouraged, andexpected for those considering academic promotion.

　　As Colorado's essential safety-net institution, Denver Health is amission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated carefor the uninsured. Denver Healthis an integrated academic health care systemthat includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medicalcenter, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 18 school-basedhealth centers, 10 family health centers, a public health department,Rocky Mountain Poison and Safety, an HMO, and The Denver HealthFoundation. Denver Health's Department of Inpatient Pediatrics oversees aWell-Baby Nursery, 16-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit(NICU), 28-bed General Pediatrics ward, 10-bed Pediatric IntensiveCare Unit (PICU), Pediatric Neurology, and Child Life programs.

　　Denver Health strongly supports workforce diversity and is an equalopportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal treatment and equalemployment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color,sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, genderidentity, disability, veteran status, or other federal, state or localprotecte

　　Requirements:BC/BE in Pediatric Neurology; fellowship training in PediatricEpileptology required A passion caring for medically underserved patients in aresource-limited practice setting Excellent clinical teaching and mentorshipskills Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, and/orclinical research methodology with demonstrated areas of interest BLS and PALScertification

　　To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to:Brett Leggett, MDDirector, Inpatient PediatricsDenver Health Medical Center

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　　Essential Functions:

　　Treat seizures, muscle problems, headaches, behavioral disorders,malformations, genetic conditions, autoimmune problems, tumors and anyother symptoms resulting from neurological problems. (60%)Order and interpret necessary tests, advise parents and caregivers ofoutcomes and possible treatments. (30%)Collaborate with other specialists to provide the highest level care. (10%)

　　Education:

　　Doctorate Degree Graduation from an Accredited Medical School and completedAccredited Residency Programs and fellowships for pecialist, or equivalentand Board Certified.Required

　　Licenses:

　　MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required andPALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart AssociationRequired andBLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

　　Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles,procedures and techniques.Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.Able to effectively manage and direct medical... For full info followapplication link.