Neurosciences Medical Director

Job Summary

Valley Children’s Medical Group is seeking a visionary physician leader to serve as Medical Director of Neurosciences, guiding the continued growth and strategic direction of a comprehensive pediatric neurosciences program.

Opportunity Highlights

• Serve as the tertiary referral center for California’s Central Valley
• Lead and expand a growing Pediatric Neurosciences Program serving a large and diverse regional population
• Our Neuroscience program includes comprehensive epilepsy clinic, RNS clinic, neurocutaneous, neuro-oncology, neuromuscular, septicity clinic, and neurogenetics
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including pediatric neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, neuroradiologists, neurogenetics, and rehabilitation specialists
• Guide clinical strategy, program development, and service line growth
• Advance clinical research, innovation, and academic partnerships
• Influence quality, patient safety, and outcomes across neurosciences services

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the neurosciences service line
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to expand pediatric neurological care
• Foster collaboration among neurology, neurosurgery, neurodiagnostic, neuro-oncology, rehabilitation, and related subspecialties
• Lead quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Partner with executive leadership on program growth and regional outreach

Qualifications

• MD or DO with board certification in Pediatric Neurology and Neurophysiology
• Fellowship training in epilepsy or clinical neurophysiology with demonstrated expertise in epilepsy surgery programs
• At least 5 years of epilepsy surgery
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical or academic medical setting
• Strong background in program development and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Eligible for medical licensure in California

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous retirement contributions
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• CME Allowance
• Employer paid malpractice

About Valley Children’s

Valley Children’s is a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system providing comprehensive specialty and primary care services, including the only Level IV Epilepsy Center in California’s Central Valley. The 358-bed freestanding children’s hospital is in the heart of Central California, serving more than 1.3 million children across 12 counties. The organization is consistently recognized for its commitment to pediatric specialty care, innovation, and community impact.

Salary Range

$301,000 - $366,000 not including Leadership Stipends/Incentives

Workshift Position

Exempt: Yes
Daily Hours: 8

If You Have Questions

Contact Courtney Kimura at 559-349-0237 or email at ckimura1@valleychildrens.org