Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Pediatric Neurologist

Nationwide Children’s Hospital$180K — $220K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine required
  • Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable
  • Medical License in the State of Ohio required
  • Unrestricted licensed physician required
  • Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics required
  • Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the division's needs

Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient assessments and diagnose medical conditions
  • Develop and implement treatment plans according to established protocols
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests for patient diagnosis
  • Communicate with patients and families for education and support
  • Maintain accurate medical records and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals
  • Participate in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows
  • Stay updated with medical advancements to provide optimal care

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with a team of healthcare professionals
  • Opportunity to participate in teaching medical students and residents
  • Access to a full-service Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
  • Involvement in a community-focused practice
  • Comprehensive call coverage and inpatient consultations
Full Job Description

Overview:


 

The successful candidate will join one board-certified pediatric neurologist and one nurse practitioner who currently staff the Toledo location.  The clinical team consists of registered nurses, medical assistants, EEG technicians, and registration staff. The Division of Pediatric Neurology located in Toledo provides dedicated, comprehensive call coverage, inpatient/ED consultations, and runs a full service 3-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Qualified candidates for this position must have completed a residency in Child Neurology and be board certified or board eligible in Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology, possess strong clinical skills, a commitment to teaching and a desire to help those in the community.


 

Job Description Summary:


 

Provides medical care and treatment to patients.


 

Job Description:


 

Essential Functions:

  • Conducts patient assessments and diagnoses medical conditions.
  • Develops and implements treatment plans for patients in accordance with established protocols. Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
  • Orders and interprets diagnostic tests to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment.
  • Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support.
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient and coordinates care with other healthcare professionals.
  • Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, and fellows as required.
  • Stays up-to-date with medical advancements and research to provide the best possible care.


Education Requirement:

  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine equivalent, required.
  • Graduate of an approved Fellowship program if applicable, required.


Licensure Requirement:

  • Medical License in the State of Ohio, required.
  • Unrestricted licensed physician, required.


Certifications:

Board Certification or eligibility in Pediatrics, required.


Skills:

(not specified)


Experience:

Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the division.


Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near


Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.



 


 

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"

About Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Nationwide Children?s Hospital is a pediatric hospital located in Columbus, Ohio. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive pediatric hospitals and research institutes in the United States. The hospital provides care to children from all 50 states and more than 50 countries. Nationwide Children?s Hospital is also a teaching hospital, affiliated with The Ohio State University College of Medicine. The hospital has more than 1,200 medical staff members and over 13,000 employees. Nationwide Children?s Hospital is committed to providing the highest quality care to children and advancing pediatric research.
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