Pediatric Surgical Epileptologist Memphis, Tennessee Work-Life Balance: Dedicated inpatient epilepsy monitoring service blocks with no outpatient clinic responsibilities while on service, allowing focused patient care and improved work-life balance. Desirable Practice Setting: Join one of the nation's premier pediatric epilepsy programs within a nationally recognized Neuroscience Institute featuring 27 Neurology and Neuroscience faculty members. Ideal Work Environment: Practice alongside 6 Pediatric Epileptologists, 3 Pediatric Neurosurgeons, Neuropsychologists, Neuroradiologists, and dedicated epilepsy support staff in a highly collaborative environment. Favorable Call Schedule: Approximately 8 weeks of EMU service annually with dedicated inpatient blocks and integrated epilepsy coverage responsibilities. Culture & Support, Support & Networking: Work within a Level IV Epilepsy Center that has maintained its designation for more than 15 years and attracts referrals from over 40 states and internationally. Partnership Opportunities, Leadership Opportunities, Professional Growth Opportunities: Participate in a highly active epilepsy surgery program with 1 to 2 surgical evaluations weekly, multidisciplinary epilepsy surgery conferences, resident education, clinical research, and future program development opportunities. Compensation & Benefits Competitive Compensation, Competitive Salary, Compensation, Financial Package: Competitive academic compensation package with faculty rank commensurate with training and experience. Generous Performance Bonus, Generous Quality Bonus, Generous Bonus, Competitive Bonus Opportunity, Additional Bonus Incentives: Additional recruitment incentives available based on qualifications and experience. Sign-On Bonus, Retention Bonus: Signing bonus available, typically ranging from $30,000 to $50,000. Comprehensive Benefits Package, Competitive Benefits, Benefits Package, Full Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, malpractice coverage, and retirement benefits. Relocation Assistance, Relocation Stipend: Relocation assistance up to $13,500. Student Loan Repayment Assistance: Not specified. Professional Development, Professional Growth: Faculty appointment through the University of Tennessee Health Science Center with opportunities for teaching, research, quality improvement initiatives, and academic advancement. Additional Perks, Additional Benefits: 9% employer retirement contribution, four weeks PTO, one week CME leave, and $3,000 annual CME allowance. Qualifications Degree: MD or DO Certifications: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Child Neurology with fellowship training in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology. Licensure: Eligible for Tennessee medical licensure. Skillset: Interest in epilepsy surgery, multidisciplinary surgical planning, EEG interpretation, and comprehensive epilepsy care. Experience: Completion of Child Neurology residency training and fellowship training in Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology. Sponsorship: J-1 waiver and H-1B visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates. About the Community Top Ranked Location: Memphis combines major metropolitan amenities with a significantly lower cost of living than many academic medical markets. Major Metro, Medium-Sized Metro, Small Metro, Suburban Community, Rural Community: Major metropolitan area serving as the cultural and economic hub of the Mid South. Lifestyle & Affordability: No state income tax, affordable housing, short commute times, and exceptional purchasing power. Prime Location: Centrally located with convenient access to destinations throughout the Southeast and across the country. Education: Excellent public and private school options, including highly regarded suburban communities such as Germantown and Collierville. Community Attributes: Family-friendly neighborhoods, diverse communities, and a welcoming environment for physicians and their families. Easy Travel, Convenient Location, Prime Location: Memphis International Airport offers convenient nonstop access to major destinations nationwide. Vibrant Lifestyle: Enjoy professional sports, world-renowned music, award-winning dining, outdoor recreation, and year-round cultural events. Job Reference #: 26699
