Providence is a full-time Pediatric Neurologist for comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of infants, children, and adolescents with disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, and nervous system in Anchorage, Alaska. The physician collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based, family-centered care and supports quality improvement, education, and research initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical Care
- Evaluate and diagnose pediatric patients with neurological disorders
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Treat conditions including: epilepsy and seizure disorders, headaches and migraines, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders, neurogenetic conditions, autism spectrum disorders (neurologic evaluation as appropriate), traumatic brain injurie, stroke and cerebrovascular disorders
- Interpret diagnostic studies such as EEGs, EMGs, nerve conduction studies, and neuroimaging
- Provide inpatient and outpatient neurological consultations
- Coordinate care with pediatricians, neurosurgeons, developmental specialists, rehabilitation providers, and other healthcare professionals
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis
- Promote adherence to treatment plans and medication management
- Provide counseling and support resources to families managing chronic neurological conditions
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatrics Residency
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Neurology Fellowship
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
- Unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for licensure) in the state of Alaska
- DEA registration and controlled substance prescribing privileges, as applicable
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
- Expertise in pediatric neurological disorders and treatments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams
- Commitment to patient-centered, culturally sensitive care
- Ability to manage complex and chronic neurological conditions
- Hospital, outpatient clinic, and telemedicine settings
- Participation in on-call coverage as assigned
- Interaction with pediatric patients and families across diverse populations
Position Highlights:
- Full-time position
- Hybrid opportunities available: in-person and telehealth coverage
- Open to J1 and H1b applicants
- Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available
Where You’ll Work
Providence Medical Group - Alaska is a multi-specialty group with 70 physicians and advanced-practice clinicians serving greater Anchorage and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley. With this strong network of primary and specialty care, Providence Medical Group - Alaska is focused on serving its community and being the best place in the state to practice medicine and receive care.
Where You’ll Live
Anchorage is a modern American city surrounded by spectacular scenery and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Within city limits are hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, biking and skiing, a ski resort, golf courses, major dogsled race starts, and several peaks of the hugely popular Chugach Mountains. With shopping malls, world-class restaurants, brewpubs, two universities, a sports arena and a performing arts center, Anchorage blends city living with the wilderness of the great outdoors.
Who You’ll Work For
Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission — to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 31173