Pediatric Neurologist

Position Description:

Children's Wisconsin (CW), one of the nation's top-ranked pediatric healthcare systems, and the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) are seeking a skilled and compassionate Child Neurologist to join our team in the Appleton, Wisconsin area. As a Child Neurologist at Children's Wisconsin, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional care to children with neurological conditions, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to advancing pediatric neurology.

This is part of a major institutional commitment to the expansion of the Pediatric Neurosciences at CW and support its Care Closer to Home strategy. This team member will care for children both at the main CW campus location as well as at regional clinic site(s). CW is one of the largest free-standing children's hospitals in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of pediatric patients with neurological disorders, including but not limited to epilepsy, developmental delays, movement disorders, neuromuscular diseases, and genetic syndromes.
• Conduct thorough neurological examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Collaborate closely with a team of pediatric specialists, including neurosurgeons, neuroradiologists, neuropsychologists, and rehabilitation therapists to deliver integrated and coordinated care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and conferences to enhance patient care and promote effective communication among healthcare providers.
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows.

The role is employed by the Medical College of Wisconsin and provides care at Children's Wisconsin locations in Northeast Wisconsin. Both organizations are based in the Milwaukee area. The Medical College of Wisconsin pediatric specialty providers who work at the nationally ranked Children's Wisconsin are members of Children's Specialty Group, a strong group practice of more than 775 elite pediatric specialty physicians, advanced practice nurses and physician assistants.

This position is located in Northeast Wisconsin as part of an innovative collaboration between Children's Wisconsin, Bellin Health and ThedaCare . These top-quality health care organizations are partnering to improve the health and well-being of children and adolescents in Northeast and Central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, through joint venture called Connected for Kids . This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with primary and specialty care providers at these organizations to improve patient outcomes. The connection between the organizations helps position our physicians to successfully support the needs of patients and their families.

Explore Northeast Wisconsin

The Northeast Wisconsin region features Fortune 500 companies, growing communities, excellent colleges, award-winning health care, performing arts and live music, professional sports (NFL) and abundant recreational opportunities. It includes the Fox Cities, which are 19 communities along the Fox River in East Central Wisconsin, as well as the greater Green Bay area and Door County. This fast-growing area offers a balance of a metropolitan lifestyle with easy access to both ample outdoor activities and major cities.

Each community of the Fox Cities brings its own special history and personality, making the area a unique blend of urban style and small-town warmth. Appleton has been named a best place to raise kids, while Oshkosh has been named a best city for working parents.

Green Bay, which is situated on the banks of the Bay and Fox River, was named the Best Place to Live in the country by US. News & World Report. Historical landmarks and fun sporting events are hallmarks of the greater Green Bay area. It is a top destination for outdoor recreation and is home to the Green Bay Packers professional football team.

Door County is located on a peninsula between Green Bay and Lake Michigan and is often referred to as the "Cape Cod of the Midwest." It is known for its picturesque coastal towns, specialty shops, fish boils, cherry and apple orchards and scenic beauty.

About Children's Wisconsin

Children's Wisconsin is an independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. The hospital, with locations in Milwaukee and Northeast Wisconsin, is recognized as one of the leading pediatric health care centers in the United States. Children's Wisconsin provides primary care, urgent care, emergency care, specialty care, mental and behavioral health services, community health services, foster and adoption services, child advocacy services and health insurance plans. Each year, the Children's Wisconsin team has more than 6.5 million touchpoints with kids and families through medical care, advocacy, research and education. In Northeast Wisconsin, Children's Wisconsin is expanding its services to provide increased access to outstanding pediatric subspecialty care. This includes a pediatric hospital, with a Pediatric Unit, Level III NICU and Infusion Center, which is located at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wis. A multispecialty pediatric ambulatory clinic with on-site laboratory and radiology services opened in Appleton, Wis. in 2023.

About the Medical College of Wisconsin

At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world's top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees. More than 1,500 physicians from the community serve as volunteer faculty. MCW makes a substantial contribution to the Milwaukee region and state through its community investments and community engaged research.

To Apply:

If you are a dedicated Child Neurologist committed to providing exceptional care to pediatric patients, we invite you to apply for this position.

Please direct any questions to:

Matthew Harmelink, MD

Associate Professor

Heidi-Marie Bauman Chair in Child Neurology

Division Chief and Medical Director, Child Neurology

Director, Pediatric Neuromuscular Program

Co-Director, Neurogenetics Clinic

Department of Neurology

mharmelink@mcw.edu

Submit your CV and letter of Interest to:

Jennifer Scherer, Physician Recruitment

Medical College of Wisconsin

jescherer@mcw.edu

Position Requirements:

• Board Certified/Eligible by the American Board of Pediatric Neurology
• Eligible for an unrestricted license in the State of Wisconsin
• Medical degree (MD or DO) and completion of an accredited residency program in Child Neurology.
• Strong clinical skills and experience in diagnosing and managing pediatric neurological conditions.
• Dedication to providing family-centered care with a focus on patient and family education.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage in shared decision-making.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and scholarly activities.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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