Medical Director, Pediatric Neurology Program

Overview

Valley Health System, affiliated with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is actively recruiting a Pediatric Neurologist to join the team as Medical Director of the Pediatric Neurology Program. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a compassionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking Pediatric Neurology specialist with a focus on Neuro-Developmental or Epilepsy care.

The Pediatric Neurology program provides consultation and other professional services as part of the Valley Medical Group and Valley-Mount Sinai Children’s Health Service line in northern New Jersey. This lead clinician will provide clinical expertise in pediatric neurology care at the Valley Hospital, the Kireker Center for Child Development (KCCD). The role includes consultation and education for clinicians, clients, community groups, and support for broader community-based services for special needs populations.

Participation in Department of Pediatrics activities, KCCD, and Hospital Committee meetings is expected as deemed appropriate by the Chair. Outward outreach to schools, childcare programs, parent groups, and other programs is also part of this role. The KCCD offers a broad spectrum of services, including speech, physical, and occupational therapy; a complete audiology service is available on-site.

• Provide clinical leadership in pediatric neurology care at the Valley Hospital and KCCD
• Offer consultation and education to clinicians, clients, and community groups
• Support and develop the pediatric neurology program within a multi-specialty group
• Engage in outreach to community organizations and schools
• Participate in relevant Department of Pediatrics activities and hospital committee meetings
• Collaborate with PM&R and Developmental Pediatrics teams; EEG interpretation experience is a plus

• An MD or equivalent degree
• Board certified in Pediatric Neurology
• Existing or eligible for New Jersey Medical License, DEA, and CDS
• Maintains CME credits as required for Board Certification and hospital privileges

• Experience or interest in management of autism and other pervasive developmental disorders
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
• Strong clinical skills with ability to develop a superior clinical service
• Ability to foster a respectful, equitable, and inclusive work environment
• Advocacy for organizational values and commitment to gender equity and diversity

• Townships in the area include great small cities such as Ridgewood, Glen Rock, Wyckoff, Tenafly, Ramsey, and Saddle River
• Excellent public and private school systems
• Nearby beaches, mountains, lakes, and rivers for outdoor activities
• Approximately 20 miles to New York City
• 4 major airports in the region

• Medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match, 457(b); malpractice coverage
• Annual CME, memberships, and licenses allowance
• Relocation assistance available
• Non-Profit Health System; eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a CV to Min Hong, Physician Recruitment, Valley Medical Group, at , or call  for inquiries.

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, civil union status, color, creed, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, marital status, medical condition or illness, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, or any other protected basis, in accordance with applicable laws.