Physician - Pediatric Neurology - Marietta, Ga
Wellstar Health System
Summary
Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist to join the growing team at Wellstar Pediatric Center. This physician will provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient neurological care to infants, children, and adolescents with a broad range of neurologic disorders.
Job description
Position Summary
Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist to join the growing team at Wellstar Pediatric Center. This physician will provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient neurological care to infants, children, and adolescents with a broad range of neurologic disorders.
The ideal candidate will be committed to clinical excellence, multidisciplinary collaboration, and delivering compassionate care to children and their families while contributing to the continued growth of pediatric specialty services throughout the Wellstar system.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions.
- Provide care for a wide range of disorders including: Epilepsy and seizure disorders, Headaches and migraines, Neuromuscular disorders, Developmental and behavioral neurological conditions, Movement disorders, Cerebral palsy, Neurogenetic disorders, Sleep disorders, Concussion and traumatic brain injury
- Interpret and manage diagnostic testing including EEGs, neuroimaging, and other neurologic evaluations.
- Collaborate closely with pediatric subspecialists, primary care providers, therapists, social workers, and advanced practice providers.
- Participate in inpatient consultations and outpatient clinic services.
- Support quality improvement and clinical excellence initiatives.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment, and long-term disease management.
- Participate in teaching opportunities with medical students, residents, and other learners as applicable.
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Neurology Fellowship.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Neurology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Georgia.
- DEA certification or eligibility.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Residency Program.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Neurology Fellowship.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Neurology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Georgia.
- DEA certification or eligibility.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time
- Concierge services
- Adoption assistance
- Physician wellness and professional development resources
Company overview
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare systems, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. As a non-profit health system, Wellstar operates with a mission to enhance the health and well-being of every person it serves through its PeopleCare approach. The system employs approximately 29,469 to 33,000 team members across multiple hospitals, health parks, medical offices, outpatient centers, pediatric centers, nursing facilities, and hospice and home care services. Wellstar is nationally recognized for operating Georgia's largest integrated trauma network and features the second-largest Emergency Department in the United States. The organization provides more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, demonstrating its commitment to community health. Wellstar has earned numerous accolades including recognition on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Best Workplaces in Health Care, and PEOPLE Companies that Care lists. The system embraces innovation through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, which nurtures early-stage healthcare companies, and maintains academic partnerships with institutions like the Medical College of Georgia for caregiver training. With specialties spanning cardiovascular care, oncology, women's health, pediatrics, musculoskeletal services, and numerous other medical disciplines, Wellstar delivers comprehensive healthcare across all stages of life.