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Pediatric Neurologist
The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is seeking Pediatric Neurologists to provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings, working primarily in Las Vegas, Nevada, and other sites in Nevada. Clinical activities in Las Vegas will focus on high-level neurology care for infants, children, and adolescents, and will include weekly outpatient clinics, inpatient consults, and participation in outreach and telehealth programs. Clinical duties will comprise ~85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Intermountain Health Nevada Children’s Hospital, scheduled to open in 2030, and Intermountain Health outpatient clinics located in and near Las Vegas, NV. Beyond this, the Division of Pediatric Neurology provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, headache and functional neuroimaging. The Pediatric Neurologists will be intrinsic and collegial members of the Division of Pediatric Neurology in the Department of Pediatrics. In addition to clinical care, the faculty member will have opportunities in education and scholarly activities, including quality improvement and advocacy.
Intermountain Health is building a new children’s hospital in Las Vegas, with significant plans to develop and grow specialized pediatric care for the children in the region. Together with the Division of Pediatric Neurology, this is an opportunity to join and build transformative pediatric care regionally.
Las Vegas is a dynamic and affordable community with easy access to year-round outdoor activities including climbing, road and mountain biking, and hiking. The city’s economy is robust and expanding, and in addition to the world-famous social and cultural downtown, there are great communities ideal for families.
The Division of Pediatric Neurology is a friendly and dynamic group that maintains specialty interests in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including epilepsy, neurogenetic and neuromuscular diseases, stroke and vascular disease, movement disorders, and functional neuroimaging and basic neuroscience research. Major initiatives in precision medicine and gene therapy also exist.
Qualified candidates must be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology. Medical licensure in the states of Utah and Nevada are required at the time of hire. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Adjunct, Clinical, or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose (with in-network coverage throughout the Las Vegas region), exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 09/25/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04132F
Type Faculty
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