Hiring Department

Department of Pediatrics-Neurology

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic physician leader to serve as Division Chief of Neurology. This individual will provide strategic, clinical, academic, and operational leadership for the Division of Neurology in the Department of Pediatrics. The Division Director will be responsible for advancing excellence in patient care, education, research, and faculty development while aligning with the broader mission of the institution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Leadership
• Provide oversight of clinical care delivery within the pediatric neurology clinic to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and patient outcomes
  Develop, implement, and monitor evidence-based clinical protocols and best practices
  Maintain an active clinical presence in neurology
• Faculty & Staff Leadership
• Recruit, retain, mentor, and evaluate neurology faculty and advanced practice providers
  Foster a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement
  Oversee staffing models, scheduling, and performance management
• Operational & Financial Management
• Monitor key performance metrics (e.g., clinical productivity, quality indicators)

Benefits:

• Multidisciplinary team approach
• Mix of outpatient & inpatient pediatric neurology
• Access to 30 pediatric sub-specialties
• Participate as member of pediatric leadership team
• Light consult call-equally shared
• Competitive salary, and benefits including family tuition discounts, and an 8% retirement match

If you are ready to explore your next career move, please contact Lori Schutte - text or phone [redacted] or email [redacted]

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: MD/DO degree, and board certification/eligibility in Child Neurology is required.

Candidates will be evaluated on: Subspecialty training in epilepsy, headache or neuromuscular preferred

Application Materials

Be prepared to upload a CV.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .