Section Chief Pediatric Neurology

About the role

Carilion Clinic and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM) seek an accomplished pediatric neurologist to serve as Section Chief of Pediatric Neurology. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a growing pediatric neurology program, shape clinical strategy, expand academic initiatives, and advance innovative care for children throughout Southwestern Virginia and the surrounding region.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Dr. Andrew Herman, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at VTCSOM and the Children’s Miracle Network Endowed Chair in Pediatric Medicine.
• Build and grow a premier pediatric neurology program.
• Recruit and mentor outstanding clinicians.
• Expand academic and research initiatives.
• Advance a shared vision for exceptional patient-centered care.
• Lead the strategic growth and development of Pediatric Neurology services.
• Expand access to specialized pediatric neurology care throughout the region.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Strengthen multidisciplinary partnerships across pediatric specialties and related clinical disciplines, including neurosurgery, rehabilitation, developmental pediatrics, and epilepsy care.
• Advance quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives.
• Support educational programs for medical students, residents, and future trainees.
• Foster clinical research and scholarly activity through VTCSOM and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

Board Certification in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).

Minimum of five years of leadership experience in an academic medical center and pediatric neurology practice setting.

Demonstrated success in program development, physician recruitment, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Commitment to clinical excellence, education, quality improvement, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

Board Certification in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).

Minimum of five years of leadership experience in an academic medical center and pediatric neurology practice setting.

Demonstrated success in program development, physician recruitment, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Commitment to clinical excellence, education, quality improvement, and patient-centered care.

Skills

Leadership skills.

Strategic planning and implementation skills.

Academic and research initiative development.

Multidisciplinary collaboration and partnership building.

Quality improvement and patient experience enhancement.

Education and training program support.

Research and scholarly activity promotion.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and pension offerings.

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.

403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans.

Student loan repayment assistance.

Pension plan.

Pay

The posted salary range may not reflect the full value of the total compensation package. You are eligible to participate in the Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus compensation programs to improve the minimum salary. Historical averages of Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary.

Schedule

Day shift.